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R755 XTP

1998 BMW M3

Purple Petrol 3201cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,907 mi
Last recorded62,907 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 BMW M387,931 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR755 XTP
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,201cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 26 Sep 2025 62,907 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 62,842 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 15 May 2021 62,748 miles
Pass 9 May 2020 62,614 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 62,414 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 62,035 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 61,665 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 61,560 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 61,291 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 60,479 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 59,340 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 55,278 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 44,340 miles

all indicator bulbs faded advise replacement-h/lights seat to lower limits-o/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 16 Apr 2009 39,540 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 38,875 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

oil leak from power steering pump area

Pass 17 Apr 2007 37,814 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 36,647 miles

How Reliable is the BMW M3?

Based on 440,678 MOT tests across 34,038 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
3,682
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
34,038
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,421
Brake pipe excessively corroded 7,386
coil spring incomplete 5,157
coil spring fractured 4,494
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,944
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R755 XTP is a 1998 BMW M3 in Purple with a 3,201cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 BMW M3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 87,931 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW M3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,421 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R755 XTP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW M3 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 28 years old, this BMW M3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R755 XTP?

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What year was R755 XTP registered?

R755 XTP is a 1998 BMW M3, first registered on 23 March 1998.

Is R755 XTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R755 XTP shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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