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Vehicle History Report
Report created on: 2026-07-21 at 19:58:28
1997 BMW Z3
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Vehicle reference:
Sweden TRS538
Color:
blue
Combustion engine power:
141 kW / 192 hp
Body type:
Convertible
Gearbox type:
Manual
Engine size:
2793 cm³
Fuel type:
Petrol

Quick check

No issues reported or indicated Mileage
The reported odometer readings have a logical progression.
No issues reported or indicated Stolen
Not reported stolen
No issues reported or indicated Identity check
Not reported scrapped
Valuable Information Import
Vehicle imported from EU country
No issues reported or indicated Taxi
Not used as taxi
Damage overview
Check circle icon No issues reported
Our data shows no damage or accident records for this vehicle.
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Keep in mind CARFAX only reflects information that's been reported to us. While having no reported damage is a positive sign, it's still important to take a close look at the vehicle during your test-drive:
  • Small details can sometimes hint at past repairs. Keep an eye out for paint inconsistencies or uneven panels.
  • Don't hesitate to ask the seller for additional details or service documentation.
Default schedule Provided by CARFAX Europe
Vehicle age 29 years

Routine maintenance is essential for preserving a vehicle’s reliability.

These service tasks are expected based on the vehicle age. Verify if they were completed.

Before buying, ask the seller:

  • Are service records available?
  • Were the following services performed?
Engine oil and oil filter Change every year
due 29 times
Brake fluid Change every 2 years
due 14 times
Spark plugs Change every 100 000 km
due 1 time

Before buying, confirm whether:

  • Any of the upcoming maintenance tasks are already completed.
  • You've accounted for related costs in your future budget.
Brake discs and pads Inspect yearly, replace as needed
Tires Inspect yearly, replace as needed
CARFAX tips
CARFAX Tips
Keeping up with scheduled servicing is a strong indicator that the vehicle has been well cared for and is in good overall condition.
Mileage Check
Last odometer reading
"i" inside a circle
142 880
km
Reported on: 2026-05-22
Average mileage
"i" inside a circle
4 942
km/year
Average mileage for similar cars
"i" inside a circle
10 872
km/year

Date

Mileage

Mileage readings of this car
Average mileage for similar cars
Green check
No issues indicated: The reported odometer readings have a logical progression. There are no indications of manipulation. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee this, so we always recommend critically questioning the odometer readings, e.g. on signs of wear, the number of oil changes, or the average kilometers driven per year.

Technical details

Fuel type
Petrol
Combustion engine power
141 kW / 192 hp
Curb weight
1 360 kg
Max payload
150 kg
Gross vehicle weight
1 510 kg
Length
4 050 mm
Width
1 740 mm
European vehicle category
M1
EU standard code
e181*0029*03
Number of doors
2
History information
Date
Mileage
Event
1997-07-02

First registration abroad

2003-04-22

Imported from EU country to Sweden

Registered in Sweden

New owner reported

Owner type: dealer

2003-06-26

New owner reported

Owner type: dealer

2003-06-27

Vehicle insured

2003-06-27

New owner reported

Owner type: private individual

First time in traffic in Sweden

2004-09-08

69 994 km

Inspected in Sweden

Inspection type: regular

Inspection passed

2005-08-30

77 992 km

Inspected in Sweden

Inspection type: regular

Inspection failed

2006-09-08

84 169 km

Inspected in Sweden

Inspection type: regular

Inspection failed

2007-10-01

88 909 km

Inspected in Sweden

Inspection type: regular

Inspection passed

2008-09-25

96 260 km

Inspected in Sweden

Inspection type: regular

Inspection failed

2009-09-21

105 553 km

Inspected in Sweden

Inspection type: regular

Inspection passed

2010-08-25

109 734 km

Inspected in Sweden

Inspection type: regular

Inspection passed

2012-04-30

116 718 km

Inspected in Sweden

Inspection type: regular

Inspection passed

2013-05-22

123 419 km

Inspected in Sweden

2013-11-08

125 442 km

Inspected in Sweden

Inspection type: regular

2014-10-15

130 652 km

Inspected in Sweden

Inspection type: regular

2015-11-19

136 869 km

Inspected in Sweden

Inspection type: regular

2016-05-26

136 874 km

Workshop visited

M-Bilar AB
Västerås
2016-05-31

136 885 km

Inspected in Sweden

Inspection type: regular

2016-11-23

138 368 km

Inspected in Sweden

Inspection type: regular

2017-11-23

140 395 km

Inspected in Sweden

Inspection type: regular

2018-11-16

142 411 km

Inspected in Sweden

Inspection type: regular

2020-05-20

142 426 km

Inspected in Sweden

Inspection type: regular

2020-06-18

142 526 km

Workshop visited

M-Bilar AB
Västerås
2024-05-28

142 768 km

Inspected in Sweden

Inspection type: regular

2026-05-22

142 880 km

Inspected in Sweden

Inspection type: regular

Inspection valid until 2028-05-31

2026-07-02

New owner reported

Owner type: dealer

For this Vehicle History Report, we searched over 40 billion records from more than 30 European countries, the USA, and Canada.
1997-07-02

First registration abroad

2003-04-22

Imported from EU country to Sweden

Registered in Sweden

New owner reported

Owner type: dealer

2003-06-26

New owner reported

Owner type: dealer

2003-06-27

Vehicle insured

2003-06-27

New owner reported

Owner type: private individual

First time in traffic in Sweden

2004-09-08

Inspected in Sweden

Inspection type: regular

Inspection passed

69 994 km

2005-08-30

Inspected in Sweden

Inspection type: regular

Inspection failed

77 992 km

2006-09-08

Inspected in Sweden

Inspection type: regular

Inspection failed

84 169 km

2007-10-01

Inspected in Sweden

Inspection type: regular

Inspection passed

88 909 km

2008-09-25

Inspected in Sweden

Inspection type: regular

Inspection failed

96 260 km

2009-09-21

Inspected in Sweden

Inspection type: regular

Inspection passed

105 553 km

2010-08-25

Inspected in Sweden

Inspection type: regular

Inspection passed

109 734 km

2012-04-30

Inspected in Sweden

Inspection type: regular

Inspection passed

116 718 km

2013-05-22

Inspected in Sweden

123 419 km

2013-11-08

Inspected in Sweden

Inspection type: regular

125 442 km

2014-10-15

Inspected in Sweden

Inspection type: regular

130 652 km

2015-11-19

Inspected in Sweden

Inspection type: regular

136 869 km

2016-05-26

Workshop visited

M-Bilar AB
Västerås

136 874 km

2016-05-31

Inspected in Sweden

Inspection type: regular

136 885 km

2016-11-23

Inspected in Sweden

Inspection type: regular

138 368 km

2017-11-23

Inspected in Sweden

Inspection type: regular

140 395 km

2018-11-16

Inspected in Sweden

Inspection type: regular

142 411 km

2020-05-20

Inspected in Sweden

Inspection type: regular

142 426 km

2020-06-18

Workshop visited

M-Bilar AB
Västerås

142 526 km

2024-05-28

Inspected in Sweden

Inspection type: regular

142 768 km

2026-05-22

Inspected in Sweden

Inspection type: regular

Inspection valid until 2028-05-31

142 880 km

2026-07-02

New owner reported

Owner type: dealer

For this Vehicle History Report, we searched over 40 billion records from more than 30 European countries, the USA, and Canada.
Carfax glossary
Average Mileage
Average Mileage is not the actual odometer reading for this car, but an estimate of how many kilometers an average car of this make, model, fuel type and age would be expected to have if used solely for personal use. The actual mileage for this particular car will indicate if it has been driven more or less than average and may be a factor to help you determine its value
Model year
This term is defined by the manufacturer but it is typically the year the vehicle is built. If the model year does not appear on the CARFAX report, it is because the manufacturer did not include this information in the VIN. Model year can normally be determined by the vehicle age.
Number of records
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Quick check
A snapshot of the information CARFAX has abstracted from our extensive database to determine whether a vehicle has been reported stolen, reported scrapped, publicly imported or ever used for non-personal purposes. This summary is based upon all the information supplied to CARFAX from various sources. Additional information about this vehicle, including these potential problems, may exist and may not have been reported to CARFAX.
Vehicle reference
User-provided value to identify the vehicle during the CARFAX Vehicle History Report retrieval process and to confirm vehicle identity on the report itself.
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