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SN51 BLB

2002 BMW Z8

Red Petrol 5000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

17,968 mi
Last recorded17,968 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW Z815,951 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN51 BLB
MakeBMW
ModelZ8
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,000cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 17,968 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 17,883 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 17,694 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2023 17,677 miles

Headlamp aim too high nearside and offside (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits average reading from both sides (8.2.1.2 (c))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))

Rear fog lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.5.4 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

How Reliable is the BMW Z8?

Based on 1,980 MOT tests across 203 vehicles.

87.4%
Pass Rate
478
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
203
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 44
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28
position lamp(s) not working 18
Headlamp cleaning device inoperative 15
registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced 10
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SN51 BLB is a 2002 BMW Z8 in Red with a 5,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2002 BMW Z8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 15,951 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW Z8 fails its MOT is headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SN51 BLB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW Z8 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 24 years old, this BMW Z8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SN51 BLB?

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What year was SN51 BLB registered?

SN51 BLB is a 2002 BMW Z8, first registered on 1 January 2002.

Is SN51 BLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN51 BLB shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SN51 BLB have outstanding finance?

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