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PN02 DVA

2002 BMW Z3

Blue Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

45,857 mi
Last recorded45,857 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW Z361,822 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN02 DVA
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 45,857 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 44,296 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 41,878 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 39,801 miles

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

Offside Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 5 Oct 2021 38,642 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2021 38,640 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner tyre wall split - Opening under load (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner tyre wall split - Opening under load (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Oct 2020 38,042 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2020 38,042 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 37,937 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 37,329 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 36,457 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 35,175 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 33,991 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 33,924 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 33,568 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 Jul 2012 33,301 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2012 33,301 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 33,127 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 32,083 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 27,945 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 27,189 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 26,786 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Feb 2006 24,297 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Rear differential mounting bush slightly split

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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PN02 DVA is a 2002 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 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 PN02 DVA, 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 PN02 DVA registered?

PN02 DVA is a 2002 BMW Z3, first registered on 1 March 2002.

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The MOT history for PN02 DVA 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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