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FE52 NSZ

2002 BMW Z3

Red Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

46,790 mi
Last recorded46,790 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW Z361,822 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE52 NSZ
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 46,790 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2025 46,789 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2024 46,524 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside And Offside Rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2023 46,131 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 45,493 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 44,832 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2020 44,190 miles

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

Fail 4 Sep 2020 44,190 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour Nearside And Offside Rear (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 17 May 2019 42,935 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 41,442 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 40,252 miles

both rear brake pipes showing signs of corrosion

Pass 9 May 2016 39,039 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 37,780 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 36,114 miles

front n/s tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 9 May 2013 34,657 miles
Fail 17 May 2012 33,213 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 May 2012 33,213 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 31,250 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 27,794 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 26,916 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 23,235 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 20,867 miles

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

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

o/s/r tyre has two splits on side wall advise replacing

Pass 22 Aug 2006 17,602 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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FE52 NSZ is a 2002 BMW Z3 in Red with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 FE52 NSZ, 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 FE52 NSZ registered?

FE52 NSZ is a 2002 BMW Z3, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is FE52 NSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE52 NSZ shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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