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MJ51 XGA

2001 BMW Z3

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

71,097 mi
Last recorded71,097 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW Z365,589 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ51 XGA
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2025 71,097 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Sep 2024 68,358 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 63,357 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2023 63,345 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Jul 2022 59,215 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 57,768 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2021 57,768 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2020 56,452 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

offside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 8 Jul 2019 54,917 miles

nearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 17 Jul 2018 52,939 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 50,372 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 49,198 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 48,316 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

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

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2014 47,464 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2014 47,454 miles

rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 19 Jun 2013 46,434 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 45,328 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 43,087 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 39,627 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 31 Mar 2009 37,281 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2008 33,059 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 27,028 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 19,086 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2005 17,521 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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MJ51 XGA is a 2001 BMW Z3 in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 MJ51 XGA, 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 MJ51 XGA registered?

MJ51 XGA is a 2001 BMW Z3, first registered on 9 November 2001.

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