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V317 PTW

1999 BMW Z3

Blue Petrol 3200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

61,054 mi
Last recorded61,054 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 1999 BMW Z375,378 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV317 PTW
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 61,054 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 60,186 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 60,087 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 59,739 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 59,367 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 57,976 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 57,421 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 56,827 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 56,077 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 55,475 miles

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

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

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

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 13 Jan 2011 49,023 miles

HEADLAMP ADJUSTERS BROKEN/MISSING

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 1 Dec 2009 46,766 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2009 46,766 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j)

Pass 21 Nov 2008 42,805 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 6 Dec 2007 40,452 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 5 Dec 2006 28,703 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 27,663 miles

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

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

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

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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V317 PTW is a 1999 BMW Z3 in Blue with a 3,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 V317 PTW, 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 V317 PTW?

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What year was V317 PTW registered?

V317 PTW is a 1999 BMW Z3, first registered on 13 October 1999.

Is V317 PTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for V317 PTW shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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