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RX02 VCK

2002 BMW Z3

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests24 (22 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

45,605 mi
Last recorded45,605 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW Z361,822 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX02 VCK
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

22 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 45,605 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2025 45,010 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2024 44,912 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 44,773 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 44,564 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 44,255 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2021 44,255 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Mar 2020 44,006 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 43,752 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2018 43,437 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 42,975 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 42,091 miles

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

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

n/s front & n/s rear tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 29 Apr 2014 40,015 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 May 2013 34,857 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 30,867 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 30,145 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 30,145 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 29,643 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 28,510 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2009 27,624 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 25,077 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 24,932 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 12 Oct 2006 23,976 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2005 21,914 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 VCK is a 2002 BMW Z3 in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 VCK, 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 VCK registered?

RX02 VCK is a 2002 BMW Z3, first registered on 19 April 2002.

Is RX02 VCK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX02 VCK shows 24 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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