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EX51 UHF

2001 BMW Z3

Grey Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

172,906 mi
Last recorded172,906 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW Z365,589 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX51 UHF
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 172,906 miles
Pass 1 May 2025 172,565 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2024 172,563 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 172,252 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 25 Jan 2022 171,590 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside and nearside outer sills corroded but not considered excessive

Pass 5 Apr 2019 171,139 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 170,074 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2a)

Pass 24 Nov 2016 167,352 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 163,976 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 161,148 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 150,614 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 21 Nov 2012 139,856 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Nov 2011 127,954 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2010 113,916 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2010 113,916 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2009 103,240 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 891,144 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2007 74,718 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 60,748 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2005 46,242 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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EX51 UHF is a 2001 BMW Z3 in Grey with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 EX51 UHF, 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 EX51 UHF registered?

EX51 UHF is a 2001 BMW Z3, first registered on 19 November 2001.

Is EX51 UHF safe to buy?

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