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X252 OCS

2000 BMW Z3

Blue Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2023
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

54,298 mi
Last recorded54,298 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2022
Typical for 2000 BMW Z370,817 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX252 OCS
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2022 54,298 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 54,113 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 53,891 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 53,865 miles

engine cover fitted

Pass 4 Jan 2016 53,593 miles

engine cover fitted

sill covers fitted

slight corrosion to front & rear brake discs

Pass 22 Sep 2012 53,587 miles

plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 28 Apr 2011 51,909 miles

plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 23 Mar 2010 50,785 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 49,418 miles

evidence that vehicle has been parked up for a period of time

front & rear suspension components rusty

slight corrosion to front brake discs

slight pitting to rear brake discs

Fail 26 Feb 2009 49,418 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

evidence that vehicle has been parked up for a period of time

front & rear suspension components rusty

slight corrosion to front brake discs

slight pitting to rear brake discs

Pass 19 Oct 2006 45,891 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2006 45,891 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

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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X252 OCS is a 2000 BMW Z3 in Blue with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 X252 OCS, 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 X252 OCS registered?

X252 OCS is a 2000 BMW Z3, first registered on 8 November 2000.

Is X252 OCS safe to buy?

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