1997 BMW Z3 1.9L Petrol · R135 BLK
1997 BMW Z3 (1.9L, petrol). First registered 01 Aug 1997. Recorded mileage 34,500 miles. MOT valid until 21 Jun 2027. Taxed until 01 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- BMW Z3
- Year / Origin
- 1997 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 21 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jul 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 34,500 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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R135 BLK Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/06/2026
- 34,500 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
R135 BLK MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 BMW Z3 (R135 BLK) between May 2022 and June 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
R135 BLK Mileage History
- 25/05/202230,222 mi
- 08/06/202332,027 mi+1,805 mi
- 01/06/202432,912 mi+885 mi
- 04/06/202533,865 mi+953 mi
- 23/06/202634,500 mi+635 mi
Average of roughly 1,049 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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