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KG51 EOF

2001 BMW Z3

Grey Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

130,774 mi
Last recorded130,774 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW Z365,589 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG51 EOF
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 130,774 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2026 130,774 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2025 128,523 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 30 May 2024 125,499 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 30 May 2024 125,497 miles

Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jun 2023 124,672 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2022 123,582 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Side repeater slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 123,293 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak from front area of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

auxiliary drive belt perished

Pass 6 Jul 2018 122,635 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 122,137 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 121,320 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge & cracking between tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge & cracking between tread (4.1.E.1)

oil leak

Pass 3 Jun 2015 120,457 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 15 May 2014 119,364 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

nsr tyre perrished

Pass 5 Jun 2013 117,943 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

front exhaust bracket is broken

Pass 26 Jul 2011 117,744 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 117,554 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 117,443 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 117,085 miles

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Jun 2007 115,936 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 114,689 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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KG51 EOF is a 2001 BMW Z3 in Grey with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 KG51 EOF, 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 KG51 EOF registered?

KG51 EOF is a 2001 BMW Z3, first registered on 22 October 2001.

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