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NIJ 268

1999 BMW Z3

Silver Petrol 3201cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

113,987 mi
Last recorded113,987 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 1999 BMW Z375,378 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNIJ 268
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,201cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 113,987 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2024 113,986 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2023 113,893 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2023 113,893 miles

Rear Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2022 113,815 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 113,730 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2020 113,672 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2019 113,289 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2018 112,526 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 111,383 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 109,778 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 106,918 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 103,534 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 97,769 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2013 97,163 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Oil leak

Pass 15 Jun 2012 93,674 miles

front and rear discs lipped

Fail 15 Jun 2012 93,674 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

front and rear discs lipped

Pass 4 Jun 2011 87,912 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 84,290 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2010 84,290 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 30 May 2009 80,976 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 80,555 miles

slight play o/s/f inner trackrod joint

Fail 25 Apr 2008 80,547 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

slight play o/s/f inner trackrod joint

Pass 21 Feb 2007 77,546 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2006 69,635 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2006 69,635 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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NIJ 268 is a 1999 BMW Z3 in Silver with a 3,201cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 NIJ 268, 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 NIJ 268 registered?

NIJ 268 is a 1999 BMW Z3, first registered on 3 September 1999.

Is NIJ 268 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NIJ 268 shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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