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RV52 EZM

2002 BMW Z3

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

50,331 mi
Last recorded50,331 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW Z361,822 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV52 EZM
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 50,331 miles
Pass 29 May 2025 49,528 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 28 May 2025 49,528 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2024 47,571 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 46,637 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2021 42,738 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 40,037 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 37,804 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 35,797 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 33,578 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 31,370 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 29,554 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 28,750 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 28,801 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2010 28,735 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 28,297 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 28,256 miles

nearside front tyre perrished in tread

offside front tyre perrished in tread

Pass 21 Apr 2008 25,276 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 1 Jun 2007 24,925 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 1 Jun 2007 24,925 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2006 24,261 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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RV52 EZM is a 2002 BMW Z3 in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 RV52 EZM, 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

How do I check the history of RV52 EZM?

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What year was RV52 EZM registered?

RV52 EZM is a 2002 BMW Z3, first registered on 11 September 2002.

Is RV52 EZM safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV52 EZM shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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