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M12 MSF

2001 BMW Z3

Silver Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

50,733 mi
Last recorded50,733 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2018
Typical for 2001 BMW Z365,589 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM12 MSF
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2018 50,733 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 50,731 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 50,486 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 48,601 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 Mar 2014 47,038 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Mar 2013 44,123 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 40,876 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 36,865 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 34,315 miles

N/S/Rear tyre slightly out of shape

O/S/Rear tyre slightly out of shape

Fail 22 Mar 2010 34,315 miles

N/S/Rear tyre slightly out of shape

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

O/S/Rear tyre slightly out of shape

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 1 Apr 2009 32,331 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2009 32,331 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Apr 2008 30,182 miles

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

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 5 Mar 2007 28,385 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 26,801 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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M12 MSF is a 2001 BMW Z3 in Silver with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 M12 MSF, 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 M12 MSF registered?

M12 MSF is a 2001 BMW Z3, first registered on 8 February 2001.

Is M12 MSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for M12 MSF shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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