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KD51 XMP

2002 BMW Z3

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

56,580 mi
Last recorded56,580 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW Z361,822 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKD51 XMP
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 56,580 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 54,325 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2023 51,404 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2022 50,141 miles

front brake imbalance at 28% (max 30)

front indicators beginning to show a white light

near side rear park brake sticking , binding slightly

Pass 1 Jun 2021 48,705 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 48,191 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2020 48,191 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2019 46,700 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 44,335 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 42,267 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 40,624 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 40,028 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 39,222 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 37,474 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Aug 2011 33,615 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 27,614 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 27,394 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2010 27,394 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Jan 2009 25,854 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Jan 2008 25,318 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 24,222 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2006 21,905 miles

o/s & n/s bottom joints slight play

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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KD51 XMP is a 2002 BMW Z3 in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 KD51 XMP, 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.

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What year was KD51 XMP registered?

KD51 XMP is a 2002 BMW Z3, first registered on 11 January 2002.

Is KD51 XMP safe to buy?

The MOT history for KD51 XMP shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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