1997 BMW Z3 1.9L Petrol · P387 FFJ
1997 BMW Z3 (1.9L, petrol). First registered 07 Apr 1997. Recorded mileage 92,514 miles. MOT valid until 13 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- BMW Z3
- Year / Origin
- 1997 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 92,514 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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P387 FFJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/03/2026
- 92,514 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (12 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
P387 FFJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 BMW Z3 (P387 FFJ) between April 2024 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 27 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (12 issues), Brakes (11 issues), Bodywork (9 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 36 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced”; “Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))”.
P387 FFJ Mileage History
- 05/04/202490,556 mi
- 15/04/202490,560 mi+4 mi
- 15/03/202591,531 mi+971 mi
- 17/03/202692,482 mi+951 mi
- 27/03/202692,514 mi+32 mi
Average of roughly 992 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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