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GM51 FHF

2001 BMW Z8

Black Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2013
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

14,149 mi
Last recorded14,149 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2012
Typical for 2001 BMW Z823,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGM51 FHF
MakeBMW
ModelZ8
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2012 14,149 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 13,425 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 12,336 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 11,604 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2009 11,604 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Sep 2008 10,692 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 9,454 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 8,838 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2005 7,838 miles

How Reliable is the BMW Z8?

Based on 1,980 MOT tests across 203 vehicles.

87.4%
Pass Rate
478
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
203
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 44
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28
position lamp(s) not working 18
Headlamp cleaning device inoperative 15
registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced 10
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GM51 FHF is a 2001 BMW Z8 in Black with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2001 BMW Z8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 23,597 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW Z8 fails its MOT is headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GM51 FHF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW Z8 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 25 years old, this BMW Z8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GM51 FHF registered?

GM51 FHF is a 2001 BMW Z8, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is GM51 FHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GM51 FHF shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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