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PN51 PYG

2001 BMW Z3

Grey Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,487 mi
Last recorded23,487 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW Z365,589 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN51 PYG
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 31 Mar 2026 23,487 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2025 21,373 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2024 19,972 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022 18,194 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 17,157 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 15,807 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2019 15,264 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 14,193 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 14,161 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 13,394 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 12,733 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 11,858 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 10,987 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 10,360 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 10,158 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 10,126 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 10,047 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 10,049 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 9,820 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 9,027 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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PN51 PYG is a 2001 BMW Z3 in Grey with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PN51 PYG, 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

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What year was PN51 PYG registered?

PN51 PYG is a 2001 BMW Z3, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is PN51 PYG safe to buy?

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