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W226 XBW

1999 BMW Z3

Silver Petrol 3201cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

19,682 mi
Last recorded19,682 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 1999 BMW Z375,378 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW226 XBW
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,201cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 19,682 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Smooth inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Smooth inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Apr 2024 19,444 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 19,218 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 18,908 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2020 18,908 miles

Road wheel fixing missing n/s/f wheel bolt (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid washers (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Mar 2020 18,754 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 18,701 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 18,610 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2017 18,356 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 18,034 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 17,567 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 17,056 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 16,696 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 16,327 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 15,897 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 15,436 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 14,873 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 13,786 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 12,055 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2007 12,055 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 17 Feb 2006 10,840 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2006 10,840 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

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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W226 XBW is a 1999 BMW Z3 in Silver with a 3,201cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 W226 XBW, 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 W226 XBW registered?

W226 XBW is a 1999 BMW Z3, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is W226 XBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W226 XBW shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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