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S94 LKN

1999 BMW Z3

Blue Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

39,004 mi
Last recorded39,004 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 1999 BMW Z375,378 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS94 LKN
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 39,004 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2025 38,966 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 37,289 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2023 36,601 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2022 35,944 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Extensive cracking on outer edge of tyre tread. Not exposing cords. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Extensive cracking on outer edge of tyre tread. Not exposing cords. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Feb 2021 35,858 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 35,151 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2020 35,151 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Pass 8 Jan 2019 34,096 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2017 32,957 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2016 32,890 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 32,470 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 32,282 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 31,568 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2012 31,100 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 30,470 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 29,960 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2010 29,258 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 28,362 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 27,249 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 25,848 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2006 23,891 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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S94 LKN is a 1999 BMW Z3 in Blue with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 S94 LKN, 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 S94 LKN registered?

S94 LKN is a 1999 BMW Z3, first registered on 11 January 1999.

Is S94 LKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for S94 LKN shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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