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MA51 EKF

2002 BMW Z3

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,934 mi
Last recorded53,934 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW Z361,822 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA51 EKF
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 29 Aug 2025 53,934 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 53,728 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 53,628 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 53,168 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 52,759 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 52,395 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 52,100 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 51,539 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 50,608 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 49,960 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 49,171 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 48,310 miles

o/s/f washer jet blocked

slight wear on front disc and pads

Pass 10 Sep 2013 47,868 miles

front brake pads/discs worn

Pass 11 Sep 2012 46,617 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 45,261 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 42,702 miles

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Sep 2009 40,009 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2008 38,453 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 36,482 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 36,337 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 35,809 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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MA51 EKF is a 2002 BMW Z3 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MA51 EKF, 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

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What year was MA51 EKF registered?

MA51 EKF is a 2002 BMW Z3, first registered on 10 July 2002.

Is MA51 EKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA51 EKF shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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