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NV51 MVZ

2001 BMW Z3

Blue Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

32,559 mi
Last recorded32,559 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW Z365,589 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV51 MVZ
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 32,559 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2025 32,559 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2024 30,988 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 30,978 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 30,968 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2022 30,908 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Gear box leaking from bung (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2021 30,400 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 30,357 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2018 28,346 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2017 27,944 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2016 27,162 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2015 25,567 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin about 3mm (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Nov 2014 24,264 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2013 22,965 miles

Nearside front and both rear tyres tread depth 3mm

Pass 2 Nov 2012 21,745 miles

All tyre tread depths 3-4mm

Fail 2 Nov 2012 21,745 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

All tyre tread depths 3-4mm

Pass 11 Nov 2011 20,909 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 19,654 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 17,213 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2008 14,539 miles

Nearside Rear 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 17 Nov 2007 12,911 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2006 11,081 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2005 9,874 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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NV51 MVZ is a 2001 BMW Z3 in Blue with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 NV51 MVZ, 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 NV51 MVZ?

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What year was NV51 MVZ registered?

NV51 MVZ is a 2001 BMW Z3, first registered on 28 November 2001.

Is NV51 MVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for NV51 MVZ shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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