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RX02 UTJ

2002 BMW Z3

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,374 mi
Last recorded27,374 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW Z361,822 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX02 UTJ
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 20 Mar 2025 27,374 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 26,986 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 26,747 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 26,465 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2018 26,076 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 30 Aug 2017 24,720 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 24,683 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 24,572 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 24,442 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 24,338 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 24,207 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 23,910 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 23,798 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 26 Aug 2009 23,733 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 23,483 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 23,243 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 22,776 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2005 21,843 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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RX02 UTJ is a 2002 BMW Z3 in Grey with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 UTJ, 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

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What year was RX02 UTJ registered?

RX02 UTJ is a 2002 BMW Z3, first registered on 15 May 2002.

Is RX02 UTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX02 UTJ shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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