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P562 BCX

1997 BMW Z3

Silver Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

131,682 mi
Last recorded131,682 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2022
Typical for 1997 BMW Z383,222 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP562 BCX
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Fail 17 Aug 2022 131,682 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced subframe mounting plate (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced subframe mounting plate (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 130,910 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 30 Apr 2020 125,052 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 124,550 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 124,246 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 123,314 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014
Pass 13 Jun 2012
Pass 23 May 2011
Pass 2 Oct 2009 118,429 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 115,044 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 105,451 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 20 Mar 2007 105,451 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 14 Feb 2006 98,886 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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P562 BCX is a 1997 BMW Z3 in Silver with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 BMW Z3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 83,222 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 P562 BCX, 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 29 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 P562 BCX registered?

P562 BCX is a 1997 BMW Z3, first registered on 4 April 1997.

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