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EF02 UJC

2002 BMW Z3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

96,772 mi
Last recorded96,772 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW Z361,822 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF02 UJC
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 96,772 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2025 96,041 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2024 95,290 miles
Pass 6 May 2023 94,583 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2022 94,554 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2021 94,052 miles

Coil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2020 93,559 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 92,415 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 91,083 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 90,059 miles

Both rear indicators slightly discoloured

Both side repeaters slightly discoloured

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 23 Aug 2016 88,276 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 85,917 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 84,076 miles

Offside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 3 Sep 2012 80,265 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2012 80,265 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 29 Oct 2010 77,036 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 70,394 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 58,604 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 50,313 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2006 42,071 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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EF02 UJC is a 2002 BMW Z3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 EF02 UJC, 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 EF02 UJC registered?

EF02 UJC is a 2002 BMW Z3, first registered on 28 June 2002.

Is EF02 UJC safe to buy?

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