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GSZ 3

2000 BMW Z3

Silver Petrol 2800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests11 (5 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate45.5%

Mileage

91,310 mi
Last recorded91,310 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 BMW Z370,817 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGSZ 3
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

5 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 91,310 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2026 91,309 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Apr 2025 90,451 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 89,943 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Apr 2024 89,924 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Feb 2024 89,872 miles

Central Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Central Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2023 88,758 miles

Slight cracking of Fuel cap seal. (not leaking)

Fail 14 Feb 2023 88,758 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Slight cracking of Fuel cap seal. (not leaking)

Fail 3 Feb 2023 88,688 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 16 Sep 2021 83,073 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2021 83,071 miles

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible aftermarket bulbs fitted (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible aftermarket bulbs fitted (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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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GSZ 3 is a 2000 BMW Z3 in Silver with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 45.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GSZ 3, 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 GSZ 3?

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What year was GSZ 3 registered?

GSZ 3 is a 2000 BMW Z3, first registered on 1 January 2000.

Is GSZ 3 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GSZ 3 shows 11 tests with a 45.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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