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SIG 5016

2001 BMW Z3

Blue Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

97,127 mi
Last recorded97,127 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW Z365,589 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSIG 5016
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2025 97,127 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Nov 2023 96,089 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2022 95,049 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 94,028 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 92,307 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2019 90,848 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 87,314 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 83,055 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 81,619 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Nov 2016 81,619 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2015 80,697 miles

Engine management light on

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 31 Oct 2015 80,697 miles

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Engine management light on

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 4 Sep 2014 76,904 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Sep 2014 76,904 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Oct 2013 72,749 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Nov 2012 68,065 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2012 67,428 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2011 63,483 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Oct 2010 58,046 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Oct 2009 52,356 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Oct 2008 46,954 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2008 46,885 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Oct 2007 42,028 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 36,165 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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SIG 5016 is a 2001 BMW Z3 in Blue with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 2001 BMW Z3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 65,589 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 SIG 5016, 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 25 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 SIG 5016 registered?

SIG 5016 is a 2001 BMW Z3, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is SIG 5016 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SIG 5016 shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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