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FY51 WPP

2001 BMW Z3

Yellow Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

44,849 mi
Last recorded44,849 miles
Recorded on9 May 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW Z365,589 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY51 WPP
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 May 2025 44,849 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

rear disc back plate corroded

underside undersealed

Pass 29 Feb 2024 44,409 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 43,289 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 41,477 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 40,450 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2020 40,450 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2019 39,427 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2019 39,427 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2018 38,140 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2018 38,140 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Aug 2017 36,653 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 35,448 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2016 35,448 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 17 Aug 2015 33,586 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 33,045 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 32,421 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 6 May 2010 31,687 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 29,200 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 24,864 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 23,225 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2006 18,392 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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FY51 WPP is a 2001 BMW Z3 in Yellow with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 FY51 WPP, 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 FY51 WPP registered?

FY51 WPP is a 2001 BMW Z3, first registered on 9 November 2001.

Is FY51 WPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY51 WPP shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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