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RJ52 XXL

2002 BMW Z8

Silver Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

30,563 mi
Last recorded30,563 miles
Recorded on28 May 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW Z815,951 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ52 XXL
MakeBMW
ModelZ8
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc
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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2025 30,563 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 30,482 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2023 30,339 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2023 30,339 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 30,173 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 29,688 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 29,668 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 27,100 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 24,909 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 24,464 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Mar 2014 20,666 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 17,646 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 14,611 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 13,196 miles

airbag lamp on

front tyres inner edge wearing feathered

Pass 30 Apr 2010 11,678 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 11,195 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 11,005 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 8,242 miles

How Reliable is the BMW Z8?

Based on 1,980 MOT tests across 203 vehicles.

87.4%
Pass Rate
478
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
203
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 44
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28
position lamp(s) not working 18
Headlamp cleaning device inoperative 15
registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced 10
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RJ52 XXL is a 2002 BMW Z8 in Silver with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2002 BMW Z8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 15,951 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW Z8 fails its MOT is headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RJ52 XXL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW Z8 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 24 years old, this BMW Z8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RJ52 XXL?

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What year was RJ52 XXL registered?

RJ52 XXL is a 2002 BMW Z8, first registered on 15 November 2002.

Is RJ52 XXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ52 XXL shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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