CarVerify

Free Car Check

AE52 NYH

2002 BMW Z3

Silver Petrol 2171cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

6,313 mi
Last recorded6,313 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW Z361,822 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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

RegistrationAE52 NYH
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2026 6,313 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2025 6,297 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 6,281 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 6,254 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 6,143 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 5,645 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 5,141 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 4,508 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 4,460 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 4,393 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 4,182 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 4,075 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 2,966 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 2,951 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2007 2,951 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Aug 2006 2,863 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
Full BMW Z3 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

AE52 NYH is a 2002 BMW Z3 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2002 BMW Z3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 61,822 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 AE52 NYH, 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 24 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 AE52 NYH?

You can check the full history of AE52 NYH by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was AE52 NYH registered?

AE52 NYH is a 2002 BMW Z3, first registered on 5 September 2002.

Is AE52 NYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE52 NYH shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AE52 NYH 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 AE52 NYH. 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.