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CLZ 3100

1999 BMW Z3

Blue Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

32,855 mi
Last recorded32,855 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 1999 BMW Z375,378 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCLZ 3100
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 32,855 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 32,363 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2023 31,237 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 30,245 miles

Lower Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated contaminated with oil (2.2.2 (c))

Pass 7 Jun 2021 29,195 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 28,894 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 27,893 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 27,677 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 26,504 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 May 2014 22,490 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 19,103 miles

all tyres cracking on sidewalls [rear tyres close to cords]

Fail 1 May 2013 19,102 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

all tyres cracking on sidewalls [rear tyres close to cords]

Pass 20 Apr 2012 16,940 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 12,890 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 10,288 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2010 10,288 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 25 Feb 2009 7,901 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 7,584 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007
Fail 28 Feb 2007

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 28 Feb 2007 7,140 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 6,533 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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CLZ 3100 is a 1999 BMW Z3 in Blue with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 CLZ 3100, 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 CLZ 3100 registered?

CLZ 3100 is a 1999 BMW Z3, first registered on 23 March 1999.

Is CLZ 3100 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CLZ 3100 shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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