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A8 UHU

1999 BMW Z3

Blue Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

43,270 mi
Last recorded43,270 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 1999 BMW Z375,378 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 UHU
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2025 43,270 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 42,844 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 42,519 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 41,965 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 41,088 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 40,514 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 39,919 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 39,135 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 38,610 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 37,825 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 36,651 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 35,791 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2014 35,791 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Jun 2013 35,027 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 34,115 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 33,207 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 32,206 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 31,825 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 30,632 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 29,652 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 29,004 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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A8 UHU is a 1999 BMW Z3 in Blue with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 A8 UHU, 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

How do I check the history of A8 UHU?

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What year was A8 UHU registered?

A8 UHU is a 1999 BMW Z3, first registered on 29 April 1999.

Is A8 UHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 UHU shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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