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FX51 WGW

2001 BMW Z3

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

46,415 mi
Last recorded46,415 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW Z365,589 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX51 WGW
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 46,415 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2024 45,868 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose has temporary repair (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Dec 2024 45,868 miles

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

Electronic stability control switch not functioning correctly (7.12 (d))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn forward (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn forward (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose has temporary repair (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2023 45,628 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 23 Nov 2023 45,628 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 11 Nov 2022 45,226 miles

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 27 Oct 2021 44,586 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 43,949 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 43,919 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2018 43,123 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Fail 21 Sep 2018 43,123 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 Oct 2017 38,423 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 38,253 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 38,131 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 36,170 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 33,179 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 30,501 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 23,520 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 16,258 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 12,177 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 8,288 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 6,355 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 5,766 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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FX51 WGW is a 2001 BMW Z3 in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 FX51 WGW, 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 FX51 WGW registered?

FX51 WGW is a 2001 BMW Z3, first registered on 21 December 2001.

Is FX51 WGW safe to buy?

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