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LM51 NHZ

2001 BMW Z3

Grey Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

78,507 mi
Last recorded78,507 miles
Recorded on14 May 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW Z365,589 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM51 NHZ
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 May 2025 78,507 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Feb 2024 78,461 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Jul 2022 78,104 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Jul 2021 76,636 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2021 76,636 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2020 76,340 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 76,007 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2019 76,007 miles

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Pass 19 Mar 2018
Pass 9 Feb 2017 81,643 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 78,475 miles

Front number plate cracked can be read

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

Fail 1 Feb 2016 78,443 miles

Nearside Fuel pipe leaking middle leaking fuel (7.2.3)

Front number plate cracked can be read

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

Pass 17 Jan 2015 75,430 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 12 Dec 2013 71,769 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 63,824 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2009 63,824 miles

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Feb 2008 54,911 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 46,340 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2007 46,339 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Jan 2006 39,075 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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LM51 NHZ 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 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LM51 NHZ, 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 LM51 NHZ registered?

LM51 NHZ is a 2001 BMW Z3, first registered on 18 December 2001.

Is LM51 NHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM51 NHZ shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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