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G8 CAS

2002 BMW Z3

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

4,520 mi
Last recorded4,520 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW Z361,822 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG8 CAS
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 4,520 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 May 2025 4,356 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 3,908 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 3,880 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 3,808 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2019 3,633 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 3,583 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 3,539 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 3,475 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 3,443 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 3,435 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Sep 2013 3,430 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Sep 2012 3,419 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Sep 2011 3,381 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 3,371 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 3,294 miles

O/S/F TYRE SPLIT/DAMAGED.

Fail 11 Sep 2009 3,294 miles

Nearside Lower Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

O/S/F TYRE SPLIT/DAMAGED.

Pass 29 Aug 2008 3,047 miles

Battery insecure

Pass 13 Sep 2007 2,724 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 2,540 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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G8 CAS is a 2002 BMW Z3 in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 G8 CAS, 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 G8 CAS registered?

G8 CAS is a 2002 BMW Z3, first registered on 19 September 2002.

Is G8 CAS safe to buy?

The MOT history for G8 CAS shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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