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V98 FJF

1999 BMW Z3

Black Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

118,976 mi
Last recorded118,976 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2014
Typical for 1999 BMW Z375,378 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV98 FJF
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2014 118,976 miles

Oil leak

Fail 1 Sep 2014 118,973 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 11 Mar 2013 104,839 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 101,395 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Mar 2011 96,333 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2010 90,938 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Mar 2010 90,938 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 83,249 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2009 83,249 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 25 Feb 2008 77,290 miles

Oil leak

wipers not operating continually on slow speed

Pass 16 Nov 2006 71,422 miles

Oil leak

Pass 6 Oct 2005 68,025 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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V98 FJF is a 1999 BMW Z3 in Black with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 V98 FJF, 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 V98 FJF registered?

V98 FJF is a 1999 BMW Z3, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V98 FJF safe to buy?

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