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S52 EFA

1999 BMW Z3

Silver Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,855 mi
Last recorded18,855 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 1999 BMW Z375,378 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS52 EFA
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 26 May 2026 18,855 miles
Pass 22 May 2025 18,467 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 17,951 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 16,637 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 16,628 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 16,568 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 16,562 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 16,552 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 16,545 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 16,284 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 16,128 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 15,476 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 14,652 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 14,588 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 14,164 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2008 13,529 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 12,681 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 11,532 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 9,506 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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S52 EFA is a 1999 BMW Z3 in Silver with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 S52 EFA, 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 S52 EFA?

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What year was S52 EFA registered?

S52 EFA is a 1999 BMW Z3, first registered on 4 January 1999.

Is S52 EFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for S52 EFA shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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