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BN51 PHX

2001 BMW Z3

Blue Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

89,590 mi
Last recorded89,590 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2021
Typical for 2001 BMW Z365,589 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN51 PHX
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2021 89,590 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 88,243 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Jan 2020 88,243 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2018 82,206 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2018 82,202 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 79,313 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 71,526 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 64,826 miles

n/sf tyre o/sr tyre n/sr tyre all cracking and worn

Pass 22 Jul 2013 63,258 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 20 Jul 2012 61,278 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 55,762 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 48,547 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 43,286 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 40,380 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 39,120 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 37,181 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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BN51 PHX is a 2001 BMW Z3 in Blue with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BN51 PHX, 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 BN51 PHX registered?

BN51 PHX is a 2001 BMW Z3, first registered on 25 September 2001.

Is BN51 PHX safe to buy?

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