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DK51 LFB

2001 BMW Z3

Grey Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2016
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

94,542 mi
Last recorded94,542 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2015
Typical for 2001 BMW Z365,589 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK51 LFB
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2015 94,542 miles

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

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

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

Fail 7 Oct 2015 94,542 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2014 87,312 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 86,608 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Pass 12 Apr 2013 85,476 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 84,439 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 83,650 miles

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 16 Apr 2010 79,040 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 22 Apr 2009 66,464 miles

both rear tyres 2mm

cond of rear pads & discs

Pass 16 Apr 2008 50,533 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 40,254 miles

slight play & wear in fr wishbone ball joints & bushes

Pass 27 Apr 2006 29,489 miles

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

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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DK51 LFB is a 2001 BMW Z3 in Grey with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 DK51 LFB, 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 DK51 LFB registered?

DK51 LFB is a 2001 BMW Z3, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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