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W919 RKE

2000 BMW Z3

Blue Petrol 3201cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

81,022 mi
Last recorded81,022 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2000 BMW Z370,817 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW919 RKE
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,201cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 81,022 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 8 May 2025 80,806 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 1 May 2025 80,799 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2023 80,344 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 80,279 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2022 80,279 miles

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 12 Oct 2021 79,904 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2020 79,710 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2019 79,639 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2018 79,850 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 78,768 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

Fail 23 Aug 2017 78,745 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 10 May 2016 78,453 miles
Fail 10 May 2016 78,453 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 May 2015 77,747 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

rear brake application slightly uneven

Fail 12 May 2015 77,747 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 12 May 2014 76,876 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 76,518 miles

Oil leak

Fail 17 Aug 2013 76,508 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 13 Jun 2012 74,392 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

inspection of outer sills restricted by fitted plastic covers

Fail 28 May 2012 74,392 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

inspection of outer sills restricted by fitted plastic covers

Pass 30 Nov 2010 69,772 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 63,670 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 59,199 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 57,211 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2008 57,087 miles

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 1 Feb 2007 51,501 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2006 46,658 miles

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

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

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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W919 RKE is a 2000 BMW Z3 in Blue with a 3,201cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 W919 RKE, 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 W919 RKE registered?

W919 RKE is a 2000 BMW Z3, first registered on 1 March 2000.

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