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J3 GBX

2001 BMW Z3

Silver Petrol 2200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,039 mi
Last recorded40,039 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW Z365,589 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ3 GBX
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,200cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 16 Apr 2026 40,039 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2025 39,871 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 39,719 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 39,661 miles

Nearside Front lower arm rear bush slightly deteriorated

Offside Front lower arm rear bush slightly deteriorated

Pass 14 Oct 2021 39,627 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 38,708 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 36,663 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 33,128 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 32,913 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 27,264 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 26,925 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 26,713 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 26,284 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 26,056 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 25,496 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 25,248 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 24,448 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 23,335 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007
Pass 24 Feb 2006 12,401 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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J3 GBX is a 2001 BMW Z3 in Silver with a 2,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 J3 GBX, 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 J3 GBX registered?

J3 GBX is a 2001 BMW Z3, first registered on 15 March 2001.

Is J3 GBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for J3 GBX shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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