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LP51 OSL

2002 BMW Z3

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

44,152 mi
Last recorded44,152 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW Z361,822 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP51 OSL
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 44,152 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear - perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2024 43,603 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2023 43,274 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2022 42,372 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 40,651 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 39,757 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2020 39,745 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Pass 17 Sep 2019 39,639 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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LP51 OSL is a 2002 BMW Z3 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2002 BMW Z3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 61,822 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 LP51 OSL, 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 24 years old, this BMW Z3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LP51 OSL?

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What year was LP51 OSL registered?

LP51 OSL is a 2002 BMW Z3, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is LP51 OSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LP51 OSL shows 8 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.

Does LP51 OSL have outstanding finance?

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