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W882 MCU

2000 BMW Z3

Blue Petrol 3201cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

53,083 mi
Last recorded53,083 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 BMW Z370,817 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW882 MCU
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,201cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 53,083 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2025 53,023 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2023 52,851 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 52,408 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 52,232 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2020 51,788 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 51,129 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 50,064 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 49,084 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 48,140 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 May 2015 47,076 miles
Fail 29 May 2015 47,076 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 May 2014 45,204 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 44,418 miles
Fail 3 May 2012 42,657 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 May 2012 42,657 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 May 2011 40,143 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 37,556 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 34,575 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 30,905 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 May 2007 30,047 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 May 2006 28,226 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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W882 MCU is a 2000 BMW Z3 in Blue with a 3,201cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 W882 MCU, 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 W882 MCU registered?

W882 MCU is a 2000 BMW Z3, first registered on 26 May 2000.

Is W882 MCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for W882 MCU shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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