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A14 PFL

1999 BMW Z3

Blue Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

65,364 mi
Last recorded65,364 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 1999 BMW Z375,378 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA14 PFL
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 65,364 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2024 64,890 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2024 64,857 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Dec 2023 64,263 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2022 63,579 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 63,032 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2021 62,999 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 62,442 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 61,843 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 61,445 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2018 61,433 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 8 May 2017 59,255 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 58,652 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 58,093 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 57,245 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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Pass 25 Jun 2013 55,451 miles

n/s/f bottom ball joint fitted off centre

Pass 15 Jun 2012 53,740 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 53,076 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 50,914 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 49,757 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 47,864 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 44,874 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 40,383 miles

How Reliable is the BMW Z3?

Based on 498,063 MOT tests across 26,000 vehicles.

73.2%
Pass Rate
2,128
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
26,000
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 17,103
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 15,600
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 10,064
position lamp(s) not working 9,305
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 7,992
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A14 PFL is a 1999 BMW Z3 in Blue with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1999 BMW Z3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 75,378 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW Z3 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 17,103 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A14 PFL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW Z3 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 27 years old, this BMW Z3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A14 PFL registered?

A14 PFL is a 1999 BMW Z3, first registered on 30 September 1999.

Is A14 PFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A14 PFL shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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