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1998 BMW M3 3.2L Petrol · M3 PFG

M3 PFG

1998 BMW M3 (3.2L, petrol). First registered 23 Jan 1998. Recorded mileage 100,370 miles. MOT expired on 17 Jul 2025. Currently declared SORN.

Make & Model
BMW M3
Year / Origin
1998 · Manchester
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 17 Jul 2025
Road Tax
SORN
Recorded Mileage
100,370 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 3.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 17 Jul 2025
Tax Status
SORN
Statutory Off Road (SORN)
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1998
Engine
3201cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The most recent MOT test on 2024-07-19 resulted in a clean pass at 100,370 miles, indicating the vehicle is currently roadworthy. The maintenance trend appears stable, with no new defects introduced since the 2024-07-02 test, which flagged minor ball joint play. This suggests the previous issues were rectified. The low annual mileage of approximately 3,585 miles per year over 28 years implies the car has seen minimal wear, though it also suggests the suspension components may have aged in storage. The 2022 MOT identified deteriorating rear tyre rubber, which should be replaced, and the 2018 test noted severe wear on the anti-roll bar dust cover and mounting issues beneath underseal. A buyer should inspect the suspension bushes and coil springs for compression, check the brake discs for corrosion, and examine the exhaust system for rust, given the vehicle's age and the previous advisory on the rear suspension mounting.
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M3 PFG Key Findings

  • 3 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 19/07/2024
  • 100,370 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)

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M3 PFG MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 10 Sept 2026, 02:32
MOT Analysis

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3 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 BMW M3 (M3 PFG) between September 2022 and July 2024.

The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 4 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

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M3 PFG Mileage History

  1. 05/09/2022100,016 mi
  2. 02/07/2024100,370 mi+354 mi
  3. 19/07/2024100,370 mi

Average of roughly 189 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
60
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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