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S285 PAG

1999 BMW Z3

Black Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2020
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

132,051 mi
Last recorded132,051 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2019
Typical for 1999 BMW Z375,378 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS285 PAG
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2019 132,051 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 123,901 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 117,447 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2017 117,447 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)

Pass 14 Sep 2016 117,233 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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S285 PAG is a 1999 BMW Z3 in Black with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 S285 PAG, 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 S285 PAG registered?

S285 PAG is a 1999 BMW Z3, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is S285 PAG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S285 PAG shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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