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NX52 OTS

2002 BMW Z3

Green Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2025
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

31,911 mi
Last recorded31,911 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2024
Typical for 2002 BMW Z361,822 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX52 OTS
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2024 31,911 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2024 31,908 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Jul 2023 27,720 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2023 27,717 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2022 23,254 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 19,428 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2021 19,428 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 19 Jun 2019 18,137 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 17,565 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2017 17,559 miles

Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Both main beams operated when putting indicators on (1.7.5c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 17,278 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 17,164 miles

osf and nsf tyre splitting badly but no cords exposed

Fail 7 May 2013 17,112 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

osf and nsf tyre splitting badly but no cords exposed

Fail 18 Apr 2013 17,025 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 27 Sep 2011 16,814 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 16,232 miles

front brake discs corroded

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 19 Aug 2009 13,492 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 11,254 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2008 11,254 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Sep 2007 8,112 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 6,794 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 OTS is a 2002 BMW Z3 in Green with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OTS, 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 NX52 OTS registered?

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

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The MOT history for NX52 OTS shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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