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M9 KAU

2000 BMW Z3

Green Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2019
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

62,326 mi
Last recorded62,326 miles
Recorded on9 May 2018
Typical for 2000 BMW Z370,817 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM9 KAU
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 May 2018 62,326 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2018 62,315 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2018 62,293 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 56,466 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2014 56,465 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

Fail 3 Jan 2014 56,377 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b) DANGEROUS

nearside rear camber appears incorrect

nearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

nearside washer jet blocked

Pass 5 Apr 2012 53,516 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 49,800 miles

Offside Inner Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Oil leak

front & rear disc worn

o/s/f tyre inner and outer edge worn

Pass 15 Mar 2010 45,714 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2010 45,714 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

Fail 12 Mar 2010 45,713 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 29 Dec 2008 41,025 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 29 Dec 2008 41,025 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Dec 2007 35,193 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 33,859 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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M9 KAU is a 2000 BMW Z3 in Green with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

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 M9 KAU, 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 M9 KAU registered?

M9 KAU is a 2000 BMW Z3, first registered on 18 January 2000.

Is M9 KAU safe to buy?

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