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RX02 UGE

2002 BMW Z3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

61,649 mi
Last recorded61,649 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW Z361,822 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX02 UGE
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 61,649 miles

Fuel Cap Seal Perishing

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2025 61,546 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2024 61,226 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 61,132 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2022 61,132 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Dec 2020 60,773 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 60,768 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2018 60,575 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 59,897 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Sep 2013 58,809 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 57,197 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2012 57,197 miles

Centre Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 30 Sep 2011 52,685 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 45,868 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 43,194 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 1 Oct 2008 37,989 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 35,958 miles

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

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2007 31,105 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 20,842 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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RX02 UGE is a 2002 BMW Z3 in Silver with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 RX02 UGE, 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 RX02 UGE?

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What year was RX02 UGE registered?

RX02 UGE is a 2002 BMW Z3, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is RX02 UGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX02 UGE shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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