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SNU 177

2002 BMW Z3

Yellow Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

87,514 mi
Last recorded87,514 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2016
Typical for 2002 BMW Z361,822 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSNU 177
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2016 87,514 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 81,798 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2015 81,794 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 Jan 2014 76,621 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 Dec 2012 71,629 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2011 65,196 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 60,234 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 59,370 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 58,037 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

slight damage to n/s rear tyre outer wall

Pass 9 Nov 2007 55,081 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2007 55,081 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 1 Dec 2006 49,971 miles

Nearside 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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SNU 177 is a 2002 BMW Z3 in Yellow with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SNU 177, 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 SNU 177 registered?

SNU 177 is a 2002 BMW Z3, first registered on 11 February 2002.

Is SNU 177 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SNU 177 shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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