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NG51 MSV

2001 BMW Z3

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

44,019 mi
Last recorded44,019 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW Z365,589 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG51 MSV
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 44,019 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2024 43,935 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2024 43,852 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2023 43,729 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2022 43,655 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 43,547 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2020 43,519 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2019 43,325 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2018 43,145 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 42,946 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 42,529 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 42,265 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 41,693 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 24 Jan 2013 41,242 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2012 39,949 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Feb 2012 39,949 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 39,636 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 38,604 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 37,703 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 37,148 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 33,925 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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NG51 MSV is a 2001 BMW Z3 in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 NG51 MSV, 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 NG51 MSV?

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What year was NG51 MSV registered?

NG51 MSV is a 2001 BMW Z3, first registered on 12 December 2001.

Is NG51 MSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for NG51 MSV shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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