CarVerify

Free Car Check

PS51 PPS

2001 BMW Z3

Silver Petrol 2979cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2022
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,723 mi
Last recorded29,723 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2021
Typical for 2001 BMW Z365,589 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationPS51 PPS
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass
Pass 20 Aug 2021 29,723 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2019 29,429 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 28,848 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 28,137 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 27,470 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 26,546 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 25,703 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 24,499 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 23,718 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 21,143 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 19,243 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 15,893 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2005 14,677 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
Full BMW Z3 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

PS51 PPS is a 2001 BMW Z3 in Silver with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 PS51 PPS, 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

How do I check the history of PS51 PPS?

You can check the full history of PS51 PPS by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was PS51 PPS registered?

PS51 PPS is a 2001 BMW Z3, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is PS51 PPS safe to buy?

The MOT history for PS51 PPS shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PS51 PPS have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on PS51 PPS. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.