1997 BMW Z3 2.8L Petrol · R242 BFS
1997 BMW Z3 (2.8L, petrol). First registered 15 Aug 1997. Recorded mileage 73,303 miles. MOT valid until 08 Nov 2026. Taxed until 01 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- BMW Z3
- Year / Origin
- 1997 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jul 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 73,303 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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R242 BFS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/10/2025
- 73,303 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring bodywork & corrosion items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
R242 BFS 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 (R242 BFS) between February 2023 and October 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 22 October 2025 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: Bodywork (5 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Steering (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 18 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.
R242 BFS Mileage History
- 08/02/202365,818 mi
- 02/02/202466,498 mi+680 mi
- 02/02/202466,498 mi
- 09/11/202469,076 mi+2,578 mi
- 22/10/202573,303 mi+4,227 mi
Average of roughly 2,770 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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