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MRZ 588

1999 BMW Z3

Green Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

116,704 mi
Last recorded116,704 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 BMW Z375,378 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMRZ 588
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 116,704 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2025 116,135 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jun 2024 115,211 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2023 113,740 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 112,684 miles

temporary number plates fitted

windscreen washer pipe leaking

Pass 1 Apr 2021 109,792 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2021 109,787 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2019 103,964 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Jun 2019 103,964 miles

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))

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

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2018 97,156 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR ARM MOUNTING WORN (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR MOUNTING WORN (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2017 91,302 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Fail 28 Jun 2017 91,302 miles

Front registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2016 84,236 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2016 84,233 miles

Centre Front registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Centre Rear registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

front brake application uneven FRONT SERVICE BRAKE (3.7.B.2)

Pass 4 Oct 2011 84,012 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2011 84,011 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 8 Jul 2010 83,923 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 83,477 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2008 81,824 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 78,537 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 68,500 miles

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

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

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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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MRZ 588 is a 1999 BMW Z3 in Green with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 MRZ 588, 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 MRZ 588 registered?

MRZ 588 is a 1999 BMW Z3, first registered on 15 April 1999.

Is MRZ 588 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MRZ 588 shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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