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LS02 ZYK

2002 BMW Z3

Silver Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

56,314 mi
Last recorded56,314 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW Z361,822 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS02 ZYK
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 56,314 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2025 56,197 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2024 56,181 miles

Offside Front shock absorber foam bump stop broken .

Pass 26 Jan 2023 56,059 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2022 55,744 miles

Nearside Rear handbrake cable outer casing cracked but still working

Pass 25 Jan 2021 55,098 miles

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess handbrake cable outer casing cracked but still working ok (1.1.15 (a))

Pass 12 Feb 2020 55,032 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 54,792 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 54,465 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 54,323 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 54,027 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 53,869 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 52,208 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 50,921 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 49,664 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Feb 2011 48,189 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 46,943 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 45,330 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 12 Feb 2008 42,260 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Feb 2008 42,260 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2007 39,983 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2007 39,983 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 23 Feb 2006 32,769 miles

both rear brake discs starting to rust

Fail 23 Feb 2006 32,769 miles

both rear brake discs starting to rust

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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LS02 ZYK is a 2002 BMW Z3 in Silver with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 LS02 ZYK, 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 LS02 ZYK?

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What year was LS02 ZYK registered?

LS02 ZYK is a 2002 BMW Z3, first registered on 15 May 2002.

Is LS02 ZYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS02 ZYK shows 24 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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