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L13 KTS

2001 BMW Z3

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

91,273 mi
Last recorded91,273 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW Z365,589 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL13 KTS
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 91,273 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2025 91,201 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2025 91,201 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 22 Mar 2024 91,089 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 91,020 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 90,932 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 90,863 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2020 90,782 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 90,414 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 89,955 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 89,213 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 88,177 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 87,725 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2015 87,725 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 86,546 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2013 86,546 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Jul 2012 85,949 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 85,106 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 83,628 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2009 81,610 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Jun 2009 81,610 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 81,307 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 74,197 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 1 Jul 2006 64,189 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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L13 KTS is a 2001 BMW Z3 in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 L13 KTS, 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 L13 KTS registered?

L13 KTS is a 2001 BMW Z3, first registered on 26 March 2001.

Is L13 KTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for L13 KTS shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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