CarVerify

Free Car Check

V321 BHP

1999 BMW Z3

Blue Petrol 3201cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

75,619 mi
Last recorded75,619 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 1999 BMW Z375,378 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationV321 BHP
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,201cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 75,619 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2023 75,610 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 75,522 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 75,516 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 75,478 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 75,469 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2018 72,590 miles

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

Front slight rust on disc

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

Rear slight rust on disc

Fail 26 Oct 2018 72,590 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Front slight rust on disc

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

Rear slight rust on disc

Pass 24 Oct 2017 72,535 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 72,512 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 72,493 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 72,099 miles

Advise o/side rear tyre is close wear markers

Pass 13 Oct 2011 71,904 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 69,665 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 69,326 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 68,649 miles

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

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

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

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

offside rear tyre is close to the legal limit

Pass 2 Oct 2007 66,906 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 62,174 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
Full BMW Z3 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

V321 BHP is a 1999 BMW Z3 in Blue with a 3,201cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 V321 BHP, 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 V321 BHP?

You can check the full history of V321 BHP by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was V321 BHP registered?

V321 BHP is a 1999 BMW Z3, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V321 BHP safe to buy?

The MOT history for V321 BHP shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V321 BHP have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on V321 BHP. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.