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Y479 TGJ

2000 BMW Z8

Silver Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

18,314 mi
Last recorded18,314 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2000 BMW Z822,493 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY479 TGJ
MakeBMW
ModelZ8
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc
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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 18,314 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2025 18,264 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 17,447 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 16,532 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 15,333 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 14,209 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2019 14,209 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Pass 12 Nov 2018 12,878 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 12,817 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2015 12,771 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Fail 17 Sep 2015 12,771 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing Fuel flap not working ? (7.2.4a)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Gaffer tape fitted to both H/Lamps to deflect the beam for use in the UK (1.7.5a)

Fail 8 Sep 2015 12,771 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing Fuel flap not working ? (7.2.4a)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Gaffer tape fitted to both H/Lamps to deflect the beam for use in the UK (1.7.5a)

Fail 24 Feb 2015 12,758 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Mil light on

Pass 25 Feb 2014 12,338 miles

Mil light on

Off side rear tyre out of shape

Pass 10 Dec 2012 12,281 miles

Off side rear tyre out of shape

Off side rear wheel need attention

Pass 8 Nov 2011 11,723 miles

Mil light ON

Pass 11 Nov 2010 11,249 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 10,688 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 9,703 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 8,430 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 7,299 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2006 7,299 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)

How Reliable is the BMW Z8?

Based on 1,980 MOT tests across 203 vehicles.

87.4%
Pass Rate
478
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
203
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 44
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28
position lamp(s) not working 18
Headlamp cleaning device inoperative 15
registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced 10
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Y479 TGJ is a 2000 BMW Z8 in Silver with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2000 BMW Z8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 22,493 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 Z8 fails its MOT is headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y479 TGJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW Z8 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 26 years old, this BMW Z8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y479 TGJ registered?

Y479 TGJ is a 2000 BMW Z8, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is Y479 TGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y479 TGJ shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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