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V598 GOU

1999 BMW Z3

Silver Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2025
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

74,070 mi
Last recorded74,070 miles
Recorded on2 May 2024
Typical for 1999 BMW Z375,378 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV598 GOU
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 May 2024 74,070 miles
Fail 1 May 2024 74,067 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Pass 19 May 2023 73,656 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 71,905 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 71,101 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 70,189 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 69,153 miles
Fail 28 May 2019 69,153 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2018 67,327 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 65,137 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 64,046 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 62,467 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 59,014 miles

Rear sub frame bushes worn

Pass 29 May 2013 55,876 miles
Fail 15 May 2013 55,867 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 26 May 2012 51,878 miles

n/s/f shock damp

r pads getting low

Pass 7 May 2011 50,609 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 47,629 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 42,518 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 38,636 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 36,795 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2007 36,795 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 May 2006 35,459 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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V598 GOU is a 1999 BMW Z3 in Silver with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 V598 GOU, 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 V598 GOU registered?

V598 GOU is a 1999 BMW Z3, first registered on 9 December 1999.

Is V598 GOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for V598 GOU shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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