1997 BMW Z3 1.9L Petrol · P794 DUY
1997 BMW Z3 (1.9L, petrol). First registered 25 Apr 1997. Recorded mileage 117,390 miles. MOT valid until 01 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- BMW Z3
- Year / Origin
- 1997 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 117,390 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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P794 DUY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/03/2026
- 117,390 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
P794 DUY 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 (P794 DUY) between August 2023 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 02 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
P794 DUY Mileage History
- 17/08/2023115,158 mi
- 26/09/2024116,351 mi+1,193 mi
- 16/10/2024116,408 mi+57 mi
- 24/02/2026117,348 mi+940 mi
- 02/03/2026117,390 mi+42 mi
Average of roughly 878 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for BMW Z3 (E36/7)
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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- Boot Floor TearingSerious
The single rear differential ear mount applies high twisting torque directly to the thin boot floor crossmember. Spot welds pop and the sheet metal tears away, presenting a severe structural failure risk.
- Cooling System FailureSerious
Sharing E36 architecture, the M43, M44, M52, and M54 engines are prone to plastic radiator neck breakage, thermostat housing warping, and plastic water pump impeller detachment, leading to rapid overheating.
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