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DXI 86

2002 BMW Z3

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

76,666 mi
Last recorded76,666 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW Z361,822 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDXI 86
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 76,666 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2025 73,492 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 68,567 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 65,922 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2022 63,125 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 60,286 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 57,082 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2020 57,082 miles

Front Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Jul 2019 52,911 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Most rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2018 49,459 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2017 44,400 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 38,809 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 38,796 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 38,471 miles

corrosion on underside of vehicle and suspension components

rear tyres cracking and have uneven wear on inner edge

stonechips on windscreen

Fail 15 Apr 2014 38,471 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

corrosion on underside of vehicle and suspension components

rear tyres cracking and have uneven wear on inner edge

stonechips on windscreen

Pass 1 May 2013 38,456 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 38,002 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 37,518 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 37,287 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 37,033 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 22 Dec 2007 35,463 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 6 Jan 2007 35,403 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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DXI 86 is a 2002 BMW Z3 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 DXI 86, 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

How do I check the history of DXI 86?

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What year was DXI 86 registered?

DXI 86 is a 2002 BMW Z3, first registered on 10 January 2002.

Is DXI 86 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DXI 86 shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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