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V424 ERX

1999 BMW Z3

Blue Petrol 3201cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

15,842 mi
Last recorded15,842 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 1999 BMW Z375,378 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV424 ERX
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,201cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 15,842 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 15,799 miles

Both front brake discs corroded on inner edges

Both rear shock absorber top mounts starting to pull away

Pass 8 Sep 2020 15,708 miles

Both rear shock absorber top mounts starting to pull away

Fail 7 Sep 2020 15,672 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both front (3.4 (b) (ii))

Both rear shock absorber top mounts starting to pull away

Pass 22 May 2019 15,508 miles

Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))

indicator bulbs turning white

Pass 26 May 2018 15,459 miles

Offside Front tyre very close to shock

Pass 17 May 2017 15,097 miles

front anti-roll bar link gaiter perishing

fuel tank straps corroded

underside of vehicle corroded

Pass 25 May 2016 14,925 miles

Suspension components corroded

Pass 29 Apr 2015 14,790 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 23 May 2014 14,719 miles

nsf brake has slight bind

rear indicator bulbs turning white

rear top mount slighly worn

suspension members rusty

Pass 13 May 2013 14,317 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2013 14,317 miles

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

damage to osf inner tyre wall

Pass 30 Apr 2012 13,563 miles

Front wipers poor

Pass 26 Apr 2011 12,849 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 30 Apr 2010 12,224 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 30 Dec 2008 11,809 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2007 10,201 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2006 8,497 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2005 5,346 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2005 5,346 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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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V424 ERX is a 1999 BMW Z3 in Blue with a 3,201cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 V424 ERX, 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 V424 ERX registered?

V424 ERX is a 1999 BMW Z3, first registered on 19 November 1999.

Is V424 ERX safe to buy?

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