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DF02 UYT

2002 BMW Z3

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

34,499 mi
Last recorded34,499 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW Z361,822 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF02 UYT
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 34,499 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 33,471 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 33,202 miles

Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Gearbox mounting defective Rear differential mount

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 12 Mar 2020 33,082 miles

Central Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Central Rear Gearbox mounting defective diff mount

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Fail 10 Mar 2020 33,080 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Central Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Central Rear Gearbox mounting defective diff mount

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 18 Mar 2019 33,048 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2019 33,046 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2017 33,034 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 32,888 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 32,608 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 32,538 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 32,184 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 31,954 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 Aug 2011 31,107 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 10 Aug 2010 26,633 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 16,886 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 15,385 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2008 15,385 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 15 Oct 2007 14,275 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 13,188 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 12,746 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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DF02 UYT is a 2002 BMW Z3 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DF02 UYT, 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

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What year was DF02 UYT registered?

DF02 UYT is a 2002 BMW Z3, first registered on 15 August 2002.

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