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X271 FBM

2000 BMW Z3

Silver Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

99,571 mi
Last recorded99,571 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2000 BMW Z370,817 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX271 FBM
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 99,571 miles
Pass 20 May 2025 99,082 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 98,924 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 98,826 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 98,737 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 98,621 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 98,492 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 97,901 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 97,630 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2017 97,630 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 31 May 2016 97,546 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Fail 1 Jun 2015 96,999 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Jun 2015 96,999 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Jun 2014 95,684 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2014 95,683 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 95,053 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 4 Jun 2013 95,053 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Jun 2012 93,781 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2011 93,450 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 92,767 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)

Pass 14 Aug 2009 91,627 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 88,680 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 80,290 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2006 68,078 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Aug 2006 68,078 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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X271 FBM 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 80%.

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 X271 FBM, 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 X271 FBM registered?

X271 FBM is a 2000 BMW Z3, first registered on 8 September 2000.

Is X271 FBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for X271 FBM shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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