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GL02 EUO

2002 BMW Z3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

132,085 mi
Last recorded132,085 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW Z361,822 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL02 EUO
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 132,085 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Projected image hazy (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 7 Feb 2025 125,234 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2024 120,753 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 114,089 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2022 105,243 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 102,841 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 101,017 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2020 101,017 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2019 90,062 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2019 90,056 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 12 Feb 2018 79,186 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 72,523 miles

n/s washer jet inop

oil residue lower engine area

pas noisy in operation

Pass 11 Apr 2014 63,774 miles

Oil leak

Fail 11 Apr 2014 63,774 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Oil leak

Fail 7 Apr 2014 63,760 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Oil leak

Pass 31 Aug 2012 59,269 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 59,214 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 56,318 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 52,745 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 47,214 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

Pass 20 Sep 2007 38,982 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 25,316 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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GL02 EUO is a 2002 BMW Z3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 GL02 EUO, 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 GL02 EUO registered?

GL02 EUO is a 2002 BMW Z3, first registered on 27 May 2002.

Is GL02 EUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL02 EUO shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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