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V771 FDV

1999 BMW Z3

Blue Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

65,510 mi
Last recorded65,510 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 1999 BMW Z375,378 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV771 FDV
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 28 Aug 2025 65,510 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 64,704 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All round (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Apr 2019 64,432 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2018 64,428 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 27 Jan 2017 64,378 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 12 Nov 2015 64,293 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 17 Nov 2014 64,054 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 63,999 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 63,992 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 60,668 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 55,891 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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V771 FDV is a 1999 BMW Z3 in Blue with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 V771 FDV, 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 V771 FDV?

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What year was V771 FDV registered?

V771 FDV is a 1999 BMW Z3, first registered on 3 September 1999.

Is V771 FDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for V771 FDV shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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