CarVerify

Free Car Check

5811 DF

2001 BMW Z8

Silver Petrol 4941cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,461 mi
Last recorded45,461 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW Z823,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

Registration5811 DF
MakeBMW
ModelZ8
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

19 pass
Pass 27 Apr 2026 45,461 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2025 44,178 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2023 43,049 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2022 42,195 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 40,479 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 39,534 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 38,005 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 36,517 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 35,498 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 34,037 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 32,113 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 30,996 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 29,825 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2012 28,095 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 1 Jun 2010 24,560 miles

both front tyres bald on edges

Pass 1 Jun 2009 22,635 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 May 2008 20,473 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 19,264 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 17,480 miles

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
Full BMW Z8 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

5811 DF is a 2001 BMW Z8 in Silver with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2001 BMW Z8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 23,597 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 5811 DF, 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 25 years old, this BMW Z8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 5811 DF?

You can check the full history of 5811 DF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was 5811 DF registered?

5811 DF is a 2001 BMW Z8, first registered on 5 April 2001.

Is 5811 DF safe to buy?

The MOT history for 5811 DF shows 19 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 5811 DF have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on 5811 DF. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.