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J16 FWJ

1999 BMW Z3

Green Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

150,766 mi
Last recorded150,766 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2017
Typical for 1999 BMW Z375,378 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ16 FWJ
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2017 150,766 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 142,736 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 133,192 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 126,844 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2013 126,844 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2011 122,211 miles

both rear wheels incorrect j rating and offset for vehicle

Pass 14 Jun 2010 113,917 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 108,172 miles

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Pass 7 Apr 2008 100,894 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2008 100,894 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Jul 2006 86,473 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2006 86,473 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

corrosion axles and components.

fuel pipes corroded

wear brake components.

wear susp.and axle components.

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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J16 FWJ is a 1999 BMW Z3 in Green with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 J16 FWJ, 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 J16 FWJ registered?

J16 FWJ is a 1999 BMW Z3, first registered on 11 November 1999.

Is J16 FWJ safe to buy?

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