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LHZ 3

2003 BMW Z3

Silver Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

12,296 mi
Last recorded12,296 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2024
Typical for 2003 BMW Z351,564 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLHZ 3
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2024 12,296 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

all tyres wearing slightly on inner edges and slightly perished

Pass 21 Feb 2023 12,257 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2022 12,251 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2022 12,250 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 5 Mar 2021 12,190 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 11,960 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 11,208 miles

Nearside Front tyre cracking around outer tread

Pass 18 May 2017 10,239 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 9,398 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 9,391 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 9,317 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2014 9,317 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

brake warning light indicates a fault

Pass 4 Jan 2013 9,285 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 9,225 miles

tration control light on

traction control warning light on

Pass 24 Aug 2010 9,038 miles

slight damage to nsf/nsr wheels,osr tyre wearing low on inner edge

Pass 22 Jun 2009 8,166 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 7,099 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 6,311 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 4,744 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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LHZ 3 is a 2003 BMW Z3 in Silver with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2003 BMW Z3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 51,564 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 LHZ 3, 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 23 years old, this BMW Z3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LHZ 3 registered?

LHZ 3 is a 2003 BMW Z3, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is LHZ 3 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LHZ 3 shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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