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W61 GYY

2000 BMW Z3

Silver Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

27,953 mi
Last recorded27,953 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2000 BMW Z370,817 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW61 GYY
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 27,953 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2025 27,940 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2024 27,646 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2023 27,632 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2022 27,317 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2022 27,317 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 21 Jan 2021 26,451 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 7 Jan 2020 26,165 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2019 25,825 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Jan 2018 25,532 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 25,184 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2017 25,184 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 18 Jan 2016 23,920 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 22,191 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 20,215 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 17,828 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2012 14,618 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front number plate slightly damaged

Pass 18 Jan 2012 14,618 miles

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

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

front number plate slightly damaged

Pass 25 Jan 2011 13,862 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 12,851 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2009 12,623 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jan 2009 12,623 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 12,246 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2007 12,098 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2006 11,639 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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W61 GYY is a 2000 BMW Z3 in Silver with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 W61 GYY, 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 W61 GYY?

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What year was W61 GYY registered?

W61 GYY is a 2000 BMW Z3, first registered on 4 May 2000.

Is W61 GYY safe to buy?

The MOT history for W61 GYY shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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