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T233 DWL

1999 BMW Z3

Blue Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

83,748 mi
Last recorded83,748 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 BMW Z375,378 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT233 DWL
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 83,748 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

corrosion on suspension parts,front and rear.

Pass 18 Jun 2025 82,293 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Jun 2024 80,911 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Jun 2023 79,654 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2022 78,613 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2021 77,185 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 75,576 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 72,493 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 67,416 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2017 62,137 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 8 Jun 2017 62,135 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 9 Jun 2016 57,011 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 51,735 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2015 51,735 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Jun 2014 47,261 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 43,405 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 42,976 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 41,631 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 37,710 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 34,376 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 30,290 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 27,089 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 23,250 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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T233 DWL is a 1999 BMW Z3 in Blue with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 T233 DWL, 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 T233 DWL?

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What year was T233 DWL registered?

T233 DWL is a 1999 BMW Z3, first registered on 3 March 1999.

Is T233 DWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for T233 DWL shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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