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V3 SMB

1999 BMW Z3

Silver Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

7,404 mi
Last recorded7,404 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 1999 BMW Z375,378 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV3 SMB
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 7,404 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2024 7,321 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2023 7,289 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 7,284 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 7,239 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2021 7,238 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 7,132 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 7,083 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 6,997 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 6,932 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 6,874 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 6,870 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 6,721 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 6,596 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 6,525 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 6,515 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 6,377 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2007 6,143 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 5,973 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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V3 SMB is a 1999 BMW Z3 in Silver with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 V3 SMB, 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 V3 SMB?

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What year was V3 SMB registered?

V3 SMB is a 1999 BMW Z3, first registered on 29 September 1999.

Is V3 SMB safe to buy?

The MOT history for V3 SMB shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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