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NX52 OTR

2002 BMW Z3

Yellow Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

58,220 mi
Last recorded58,220 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2023
Typical for 2002 BMW Z361,822 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX52 OTR
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2023 58,220 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 30 Mar 2022 57,200 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Mar 2021 55,747 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 55,211 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2019 53,607 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 52,363 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 51,363 miles

both front tyres inner edges devoid of tread at timer of test

front brake pads worn very low

Pass 12 Apr 2016 50,378 miles

front tyres worn low on inner edges

Pass 16 Apr 2015 47,924 miles

Both front tyres starting to wear on inner edges

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

Pass 7 Mar 2014 46,828 miles

Both front tyres wearing inner edges

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Mar 2013 44,875 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2013 44,846 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 2 Feb 2012 41,583 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 33,040 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 28,549 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 23,964 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 21,927 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 18,040 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 14,775 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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NX52 OTR is a 2002 BMW Z3 in Yellow with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 NX52 OTR, 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

How do I check the history of NX52 OTR?

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What year was NX52 OTR registered?

NX52 OTR is a 2002 BMW Z3, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is NX52 OTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for NX52 OTR shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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