1999 BMW Z3 2.0L Petrol · V796 EGC
1999 BMW Z3 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 1999. Recorded mileage 102,788 miles. MOT expired on 19 Oct 2026. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- BMW Z3
- Year / Origin
- 1999 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 19 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 102,788 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
V796 EGC Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/10/2025
- 102,788 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
V796 EGC MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 1999 BMW Z3 (V796 EGC) between October 2022 and October 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 9 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (7 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 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.
V796 EGC Mileage History
- 11/10/2022100,676 mi
- 13/10/2023100,972 mi+296 mi
- 23/09/2024101,371 mi+399 mi
- 21/10/2025102,788 mi+1,417 mi
Average of roughly 697 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
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: Average
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.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (V796 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as V796EGC.
SUZUKI
GSX R600X
VOLKSWAGEN
TRANSPORTER
MERCEDES-BENZ
CLK
SUZUKI
GSF
LEXUS
LX 470
VOLVO
V40
NISSAN
PRIMERA
FORD
FOCUS
FORD
TRANSIT
FORD
TRANSIT
CITROEN
BERLINGO
AUDI
A4
BMW Z3 Model Intelligence & Reliability
Verified MOT failure trends, buying advice, and technical directory specifications.
Owner-reported defects, recurring MOT failure points, and estimated repair costs.
Browse production generations, registration statistics, and trim variants.
Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 1999 model year cars.
- 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.
Recently Checked UK Vehicles
Live vehicle history checks and MOT records recently queried by UK car buyers.