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EK51 CXM

2002 BMW Z3

Yellow Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

37,644 mi
Last recorded37,644 miles
Recorded on21 May 2024
Typical for 2002 BMW Z361,822 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK51 CXM
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2024 37,644 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 37,609 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 36,885 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All greased (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 17 Feb 2022 36,869 miles

Nearside Front Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position Catch not locking off (3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All greased (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Nov 2020 36,852 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes slightly corroded and covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Nov 2020 36,851 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes slightly corroded and covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Oct 2020 36,850 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All greased (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2011 26,837 miles

Rear discs Badly corroded

Temporary washers used

Vehicle fitted with a pre 1991 engine

Pass 15 Apr 2010 25,724 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 12 Mar 2009 22,169 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 21,072 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 15 Feb 2007 18,795 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2006 16,415 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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EK51 CXM is a 2002 BMW Z3 in Yellow with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EK51 CXM, 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 EK51 CXM registered?

EK51 CXM is a 2002 BMW Z3, first registered on 25 January 2002.

Is EK51 CXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK51 CXM shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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