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BG51 GPJ

2001 BMW Z3

Silver Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2025
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

60,969 mi
Last recorded60,969 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW Z365,589 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG51 GPJ
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Fail 17 Oct 2025 60,969 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 17 Oct 2024 52,468 miles

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Fail 17 Oct 2024 52,468 miles

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

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

Pass 18 Sep 2023 49,301 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 47,505 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 47,165 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 46,958 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 46,550 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 44,308 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 6 Mar 2017 40,504 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2017 40,371 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Feb 2016 35,714 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 34,017 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Feb 2014 30,786 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 25,997 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2013 25,994 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 27 Feb 2012 25,984 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 25,891 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 25,875 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 25,851 miles

all 4 tyres cracking but not to cords

Pass 27 Feb 2008 25,521 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 25,026 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 24,338 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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BG51 GPJ is a 2001 BMW Z3 in Silver with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2001 BMW Z3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 65,589 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 BG51 GPJ, 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 25 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 BG51 GPJ registered?

BG51 GPJ is a 2001 BMW Z3, first registered on 26 October 2001.

Is BG51 GPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG51 GPJ shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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