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X429 EAP

2000 BMW Z3

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

59,941 mi
Last recorded59,941 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2000 BMW Z370,817 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX429 EAP
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 59,941 miles

Corrosion to both front hubs and lower shock absorbers

Corrosion to both inner sills at rear

Pass 4 Aug 2025 59,802 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2025 59,802 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Aug 2024 59,735 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2024 59,735 miles

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2023 59,521 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 59,001 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 58,831 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2021 58,831 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 31 Jul 2020 58,413 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 58,162 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 57,118 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 56,642 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 56,030 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 54,988 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 53,036 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 52,184 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 51,728 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 28 Jul 2011 50,951 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 50,476 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2010 50,476 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2009 49,422 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 48,430 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 6 Jul 2007 47,128 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2007 47,126 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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 5 Jul 2006 43,260 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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X429 EAP is a 2000 BMW Z3 in Grey with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 X429 EAP, 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 X429 EAP registered?

X429 EAP is a 2000 BMW Z3, first registered on 4 September 2000.

Is X429 EAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for X429 EAP shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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