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A53 PAT

2000 BMW Z3

Silver Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,513 mi
Last recorded10,513 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 2000 BMW Z370,817 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA53 PAT
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 9 Jul 2025 10,513 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 9,836 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 9,322 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 8,748 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 7,936 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 7,587 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 6,841 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 5,995 miles
Pass 7 May 2017 5,943 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 5,890 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 5,828 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 5,777 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 5,511 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 5,473 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 5,407 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 5,188 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 5,009 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2005 4,615 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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A53 PAT is a 2000 BMW Z3 in Silver with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2000 BMW Z3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 70,817 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 A53 PAT, 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 26 years old, this BMW Z3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A53 PAT?

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What year was A53 PAT registered?

A53 PAT is a 2000 BMW Z3, first registered on 4 September 2000.

Is A53 PAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for A53 PAT shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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