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V42 DPC

1999 BMW Z3

Silver Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

23,284 mi
Last recorded23,284 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 1999 BMW Z375,378 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV42 DPC
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 23,284 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2024 23,086 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2019 23,042 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 22,789 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 22,595 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 22,553 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 22,517 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 22,443 miles

all four tyres showing age cracks across width off tyres

Fail 18 Aug 2011 22,443 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

all four tyres showing age cracks across width off tyres

Pass 20 Aug 2010 22,321 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 22,226 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2009 22,226 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 21,241 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 19,639 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 18,942 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2005 18,595 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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V42 DPC is a 1999 BMW Z3 in Silver with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 V42 DPC, 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.

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What year was V42 DPC registered?

V42 DPC is a 1999 BMW Z3, first registered on 4 September 1999.

Is V42 DPC safe to buy?

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