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LN51 XSR

2001 BMW Z8

Blue Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

12,115 mi
Last recorded12,115 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW Z823,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN51 XSR
MakeBMW
ModelZ8
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 12,115 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 12,066 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 12,051 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 12,030 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 12,021 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 12,014 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2017 12,004 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 11,985 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2016 11,985 miles

Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Nov 2015 11,977 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 7,169 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 10,750 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 10,440 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 9,394 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 8,865 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 8,441 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 7,295 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 6,471 miles

How Reliable is the BMW Z8?

Based on 1,980 MOT tests across 203 vehicles.

87.4%
Pass Rate
478
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
203
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 44
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28
position lamp(s) not working 18
Headlamp cleaning device inoperative 15
registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced 10
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LN51 XSR is a 2001 BMW Z8 in Blue with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2001 BMW Z8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 23,597 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW Z8 fails its MOT is headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LN51 XSR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW Z8 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 25 years old, this BMW Z8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LN51 XSR?

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What year was LN51 XSR registered?

LN51 XSR is a 2001 BMW Z8, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is LN51 XSR safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN51 XSR shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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