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FCZ 1609

2000 BMW Z3

Blue Other 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

70,223 mi
Last recorded70,223 miles
Recorded on16 May 2025
Typical for 2000 BMW Z370,817 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFCZ 1609
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 16 May 2025 70,223 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 70,181 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2022 69,889 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2021 69,549 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 69,238 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 68,172 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 67,973 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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FCZ 1609 is a 2000 BMW Z3 in Blue with a 1,991cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FCZ 1609, 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

How do I check the history of FCZ 1609?

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What year was FCZ 1609 registered?

FCZ 1609 is a 2000 BMW Z3, first registered on 18 May 2000.

Is FCZ 1609 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FCZ 1609 shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FCZ 1609 have outstanding finance?

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