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E17 GCM

2002 BMW Z3

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

26,020 mi
Last recorded26,020 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2024
Typical for 2002 BMW Z361,822 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE17 GCM
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2024 26,020 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 25,893 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2m (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 25,502 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 25,321 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Aug 2018 25,291 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 24,520 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 24,252 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 23,819 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2013 23,527 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 12 Aug 2013 23,527 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 23,333 miles
Fail 12 May 2012 23,323 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 7 Apr 2011 22,524 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Apr 2009 20,352 miles

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

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 7 Apr 2008 18,725 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 17,605 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 16,493 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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E17 GCM is a 2002 BMW Z3 in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 E17 GCM, 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.

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What year was E17 GCM registered?

E17 GCM is a 2002 BMW Z3, first registered on 6 March 2002.

Is E17 GCM safe to buy?

The MOT history for E17 GCM shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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