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BV51 XUO

2001 BMW Z3

Yellow Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

23,380 mi
Last recorded23,380 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2022
Typical for 2001 BMW Z365,589 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV51 XUO
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2022 23,380 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 23,146 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2014 23,146 miles

Nearside Rear 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 26 Jun 2014 23,134 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2014 23,143 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 2 May 2014 22,948 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 22,778 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 22,645 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 22,039 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 21,670 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 21,463 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 20,808 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2005 20,471 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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BV51 XUO is a 2001 BMW Z3 in Yellow with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 BV51 XUO, 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 BV51 XUO registered?

BV51 XUO is a 2001 BMW Z3, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is BV51 XUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV51 XUO shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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