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56 FBM

1998 BMW Z3

Silver Petrol 3201cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

27,062 mi
Last recorded27,062 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW Z376,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration56 FBM
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,201cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 27,062 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 26,672 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 26,459 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 26,433 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 26,369 miles
Fail 3 May 2012 26,366 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Sep 2010 25,918 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 25,477 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 25,149 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 18,512 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 11,977 miles

How Reliable is the BMW Z3?

Based on 498,063 MOT tests across 26,000 vehicles.

73.2%
Pass Rate
2,128
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
26,000
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 17,103
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 15,600
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 10,064
position lamp(s) not working 9,305
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 7,992
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56 FBM is a 1998 BMW Z3 in Silver with a 3,201cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1998 BMW Z3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 76,857 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW Z3 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 17,103 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 56 FBM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW Z3 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this BMW Z3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 56 FBM?

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What year was 56 FBM registered?

56 FBM is a 1998 BMW Z3, first registered on 25 September 1998.

Is 56 FBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for 56 FBM shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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