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K16 TUR

1999 BMW Z3

Silver Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

95,630 mi
Last recorded95,630 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 1999 BMW Z375,378 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK16 TUR
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 95,630 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2025 95,623 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2020 95,588 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2017 95,295 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 12 May 2017 95,295 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 20 May 2016 94,731 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 93,749 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 93,030 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 May 2013 87,928 miles
Fail 9 May 2013 87,928 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 May 2012 79,991 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 75,142 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 8 Apr 2010 72,102 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 72,102 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 69,492 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 62,957 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2005 55,976 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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K16 TUR is a 1999 BMW Z3 in Silver with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 K16 TUR, 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 K16 TUR?

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What year was K16 TUR registered?

K16 TUR is a 1999 BMW Z3, first registered on 14 September 1999.

Is K16 TUR safe to buy?

The MOT history for K16 TUR shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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