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DF51 ATV

2002 BMW Z3

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

69,352 mi
Last recorded69,352 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2015
Typical for 2002 BMW Z361,822 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF51 ATV
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2015 69,352 miles

Nearside Front washer jet inop

Pass 4 Sep 2014 65,393 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 61,152 miles

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

both rear tyres bald on inner edges

fuel cap seal perished

Pass 11 May 2012 55,999 miles

n/s/f sidelight lense damaged

Fail 27 Apr 2012 55,780 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

n/s/f sidelight lense damaged

Pass 10 Jan 2011 49,996 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

n/s/f tyre slight damage outer wall

Pass 6 Jan 2010 46,659 miles

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

handbrake performance slightly uneven.

Pass 20 Nov 2008 42,329 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear axle carrier bushes slightly worn

Pass 17 Dec 2007 38,023 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 33,296 miles

n/s/f & n/s/r tyres damaged on outer side walls

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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DF51 ATV is a 2002 BMW Z3 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 DF51 ATV, 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 DF51 ATV registered?

DF51 ATV is a 2002 BMW Z3, first registered on 23 February 2002.

Is DF51 ATV safe to buy?

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