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HLZ 8

2001 BMW Z8

Silver Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

65,001 mi
Last recorded65,001 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW Z823,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHLZ 8
MakeBMW
ModelZ8
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc
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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 65,001 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2025 64,665 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2024 59,876 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2023 58,583 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (285/30/20) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Apr 2022 57,468 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 52,293 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 50,580 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 45,536 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 42,747 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 39,861 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 38,311 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 37,303 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 35,455 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 32,718 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 31,125 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 27,951 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 2 Jun 2008 25,087 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 22,085 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 15,031 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)

Fail 20 May 2006 15,024 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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)

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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HLZ 8 is a 2001 BMW Z8 in Silver with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 HLZ 8, 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 HLZ 8 registered?

HLZ 8 is a 2001 BMW Z8, first registered on 12 January 2001.

Is HLZ 8 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HLZ 8 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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