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A16 KYP

1997 BMW Z3

Silver Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

29,462 mi
Last recorded29,462 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 BMW Z383,222 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 KYP
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 29,462 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2025 28,913 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2024 28,287 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 27,540 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 25,370 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 25,038 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 23,868 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 22,686 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 21,329 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 19,845 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2016 19,804 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 23 Feb 2015 18,643 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 16,693 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 15,967 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2013 15,967 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Feb 2012 15,044 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 13,852 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 13,184 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 12,234 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 11,543 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 10,972 miles

cut in offside outer tyre sidewall

Pass 22 Feb 2006 10,328 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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A16 KYP is a 1997 BMW Z3 in Silver with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1997 BMW Z3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 83,222 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 A16 KYP, 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 29 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 A16 KYP registered?

A16 KYP is a 1997 BMW Z3, first registered on 4 March 1997.

Is A16 KYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A16 KYP shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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