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M3 EAE

2000 BMW Z3

Blue Petrol 3201cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2025
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

82,697 mi
Last recorded82,697 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2024
Typical for 2000 BMW Z370,817 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM3 EAE
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,201cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2024 82,697 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 82,684 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2022 82,652 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2021 82,592 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2020 82,564 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 6 Apr 2019 82,506 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 82,360 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2018 82,339 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

engine misfire

Pass 4 Mar 2017 81,951 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 81,786 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 81,080 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 80,218 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 78,182 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 76,770 miles

very slight play at offside inner track rod joint at rack end

Pass 17 Mar 2011 74,908 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 72,813 miles

new no plates stuck on top of illegal plates

Pass 15 Apr 2009 70,698 miles

other number plates in boot

Fail 4 Apr 2008 65,438 miles

Nearside Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 4 Apr 2008 65,438 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 59,496 miles

air bag light on

n/s/r tyre has cut in side wall not reached cords

Pass 7 Jun 2006 57,849 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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M3 EAE is a 2000 BMW Z3 in Blue with a 3,201cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 M3 EAE, 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

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What year was M3 EAE registered?

M3 EAE is a 2000 BMW Z3, first registered on 20 March 2000.

Is M3 EAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for M3 EAE shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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