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V35 KNP

1999 BMW Z3

Silver Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

39,635 mi
Last recorded39,635 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 BMW Z375,378 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV35 KNP
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 39,635 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 7 Nov 2024 39,515 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 39,402 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 39,265 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2021 39,196 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 39,103 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 38,965 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 38,762 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 38,606 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 38,328 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 38,051 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 37,639 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Nov 2013 37,164 miles

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

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

Fail 31 Oct 2012 35,827 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 31 Oct 2012 35,827 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2011 34,288 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 32,414 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 30,579 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 28,554 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2007 26,554 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 23,710 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2005 21,040 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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V35 KNP is a 1999 BMW Z3 in Silver with a 1,991cc 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 V35 KNP, 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 V35 KNP registered?

V35 KNP is a 1999 BMW Z3, first registered on 12 November 1999.

Is V35 KNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for V35 KNP 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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