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B3 MOY

1997 BMW Z3

Silver Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 May 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

31,929 mi
Last recorded31,929 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 BMW Z383,222 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB3 MOY
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 31,929 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Apr 2026 31,847 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2025 31,711 miles

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

Offside Front stone chip in drivers view not bigger than 10 mm

Pass 29 Apr 2024 31,606 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 31,474 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2023 31,472 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 May 2022 31,353 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 31,191 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2021 31,191 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 11 Feb 2020 31,070 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 30,886 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 30,717 miles

light surface corrosion to suspension and steering components

Pass 20 Feb 2017 30,617 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 30,349 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 29,911 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 29,759 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 29,572 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 29,471 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 28,709 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 28,032 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 27,831 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 26,933 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 26,664 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 25,804 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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B3 MOY is a 1997 BMW Z3 in Silver with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 B3 MOY, 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 B3 MOY registered?

B3 MOY is a 1997 BMW Z3, first registered on 18 September 1997.

Is B3 MOY safe to buy?

The MOT history for B3 MOY shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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