The road tax status for M3 POS is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for M3 POS?

The MOT for M3 POS is valid and due for renewal on or before 8 September 2023.

What is the recorded mileage of M3 POS?

The recorded mileage for M3 POS is 58,172 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is M3 POS ULEZ compliant?

No, M3 POS does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

1998 BMW M3 3.2L Petrol · M3 POS

M3 POS

1998 BMW M3 (3.2L, petrol). First registered 02/01/1998. Recorded mileage 58,172 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: BMW M3
Year / Origin: 1998 · Manchester
MOT Status: Valid until 08/09/2023
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 58,172 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 3.2L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

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Valid until 08/09/2023

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Mileage: 58,172 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1998
Engine: 3201cc

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M3 POS Key Findings

2 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 10/09/2022
58,172 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
2 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring steering items (2 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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! Average MOT pass rate (50%)

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Known faults for BMW M3

Our database tracks 6 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.

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M3 POS Mileage History

10/09/202258,172 mi
10/09/202258,172 mi

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M3 POS MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 18 Sept 2026, 17:41

MOT Analysis

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2 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 BMW M3 (M3 POS) between September 2022 and September 2022.

The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 10 September 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Steering (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

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