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V835 OCS

1999 BMW Z3

Black Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

81,633 mi
Last recorded81,633 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2024
Typical for 1999 BMW Z375,378 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV835 OCS
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2024 81,633 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 Nov 2019 81,541 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 81,321 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 80,621 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 79,441 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 78,721 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 78,280 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 77,697 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 77,220 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 76,312 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 72,122 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2010 72,121 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 26 May 2009 61,047 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 50,517 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 24 May 2008 50,515 miles

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 3 Apr 2007 46,785 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2007 46,785 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Mar 2006 31,102 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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V835 OCS is a 1999 BMW Z3 in Black with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 V835 OCS, 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 V835 OCS registered?

V835 OCS is a 1999 BMW Z3, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V835 OCS safe to buy?

The MOT history for V835 OCS shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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