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LV51 OSW

2001 BMW Z3

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

31,318 mi
Last recorded31,318 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW Z365,589 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV51 OSW
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 31,318 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 21 Jan 2025 30,292 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 24 Oct 2023 30,161 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 23 Oct 2023 30,161 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (rear bush) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (rear bush) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 1 Nov 2022 26,312 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 25,984 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 25,886 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 25,626 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 25,269 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 24,808 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 24,423 miles

both front tyres starting to wear on inner edges

both rear tyres starting to step on inner edges

Pass 4 Jun 2014 23,927 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Slight damage on N/S/R outer tyre wall

Pass 4 Jun 2013 23,927 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges

N/S/R outer tyre wall damaged

Pass 6 Jun 2012 23,448 miles

N/S/R outer tyre wall damaged

Nearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Mar 2011 22,521 miles

Nearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Mar 2010 22,003 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 20,173 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 17,732 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 14,606 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2005 12,412 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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LV51 OSW is a 2001 BMW Z3 in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 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 LV51 OSW, 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

How do I check the history of LV51 OSW?

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What year was LV51 OSW registered?

LV51 OSW is a 2001 BMW Z3, first registered on 11 October 2001.

Is LV51 OSW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV51 OSW shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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