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GU51 ULE

2001 BMW Z3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

89,671 mi
Last recorded89,671 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2018
Typical for 2001 BMW Z365,589 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU51 ULE
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2018 89,671 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 89,422 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 88,683 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 87,768 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 86,111 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 84,923 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Aug 2012 83,570 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2012 83,568 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 8 Aug 2011 82,312 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 75,658 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 69,042 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 61,065 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 46,967 miles

front brake pads appear low wheel off inspection advise

Pass 30 Aug 2006 33,442 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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GU51 ULE is a 2001 BMW Z3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 GU51 ULE, 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 GU51 ULE registered?

GU51 ULE is a 2001 BMW Z3, first registered on 7 September 2001.

Is GU51 ULE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU51 ULE shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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