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LLZ 727

2003 BMW Z3

Black Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

48,899 mi
Last recorded48,899 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2020
Typical for 2003 BMW Z351,564 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLLZ 727
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2020 48,899 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2020 48,889 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 29 Mar 2019 48,761 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 Aug 2017 48,572 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 48,028 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 24 Jul 2015 47,510 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

fuel cap seal perished

Pass 1 Aug 2014 46,731 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 41,805 miles

cracks in front windscreen

front wishbone rear bushes breaking up

rear brake discs corroding

Pass 24 Sep 2012 38,091 miles

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

front brake discs worn

front wishbone rear bushes breaking up

rear brake discs corroding

Pass 26 Sep 2011 34,026 miles

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

chips in front windscreen

front wishbone rear bushes breaking up

Pass 17 Sep 2010 29,822 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 25,471 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 20,368 miles

rev counter stuck at 2500rpm with ignition on or off but ok since nearside sidelight fuse replaced for MOT repair

Fail 4 Sep 2008 20,368 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

rev counter stuck at 2500rpm with ignition on or off but ok since nearside sidelight fuse replaced for MOT repair

Pass 25 Sep 2007 16,167 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 12,106 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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LLZ 727 is a 2003 BMW Z3 in Black with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LLZ 727, 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 LLZ 727 registered?

LLZ 727 is a 2003 BMW Z3, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is LLZ 727 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LLZ 727 shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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