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BT51 VUU

2001 BMW Z3

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

54,253 mi
Last recorded54,253 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW Z365,589 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT51 VUU
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 54,253 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2026 54,253 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 24 Feb 2025 51,863 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 51,289 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both ()

Pass 24 Feb 2023 50,588 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 50,106 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 49,703 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 49,025 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 48,820 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 47,901 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 46,886 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 46,394 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 45,937 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 44,801 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2012 43,867 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2011 43,489 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2010 42,577 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Pass 2 Jun 2009 42,001 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2008 40,992 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2007 36,542 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 36,476 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 33,207 miles

off side screen washer poor

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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BT51 VUU is a 2001 BMW Z3 in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 BT51 VUU, 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 BT51 VUU registered?

BT51 VUU is a 2001 BMW Z3, first registered on 21 December 2001.

Is BT51 VUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT51 VUU shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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