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FJ02 LHB

2002 BMW Z3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

100,519 mi
Last recorded100,519 miles
Recorded on13 May 2021
Typical for 2002 BMW Z361,822 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ02 LHB
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2021 100,519 miles
Pass 5 May 2020 95,310 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing CORROSION (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing CORROSION (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 May 2019 94,154 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 94,067 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 93,604 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 92,546 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 89,706 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 84,373 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 81,645 miles

both indicators side repeaters faded in colour

both rear indicators faded in colour

front tyres worn down on edges

Pass 31 May 2011 74,851 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

all headlight adjusters faulty, advise attention

Fail 31 May 2011 74,851 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

all headlight adjusters faulty, advise attention

Pass 14 May 2010 67,668 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 19 May 2009 62,228 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 54,380 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 19 May 2008 54,380 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 22 Dec 2006 47,496 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 47,174 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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FJ02 LHB is a 2002 BMW Z3 in Black with a 3,246cc 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 FJ02 LHB, 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 FJ02 LHB registered?

FJ02 LHB is a 2002 BMW Z3, first registered on 1 March 2002.

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