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X227 PHD

2000 BMW Z3

Silver Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2023
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

40,213 mi
Last recorded40,213 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2022
Typical for 2000 BMW Z370,817 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX227 PHD
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2022 40,213 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2015 39,998 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Jan 2014 39,840 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 39,794 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 31 Oct 2011 39,308 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 37,545 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2010 37,545 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Oct 2009 34,798 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2009 34,798 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Nov 2008 33,132 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2008 33,132 miles

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Oct 2007 29,653 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 25,262 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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X227 PHD is a 2000 BMW Z3 in Silver with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 X227 PHD, 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 X227 PHD registered?

X227 PHD is a 2000 BMW Z3, first registered on 9 November 2000.

Is X227 PHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for X227 PHD shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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