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TK51 SEK

2001 BMW Z3

Blue Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

88,519 mi
Last recorded88,519 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2017
Typical for 2001 BMW Z365,589 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTK51 SEK
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2017 88,519 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 86,861 miles

Both front tyres cracking

Pass 28 Apr 2015 85,069 miles
Fail 6 May 2014 82,796 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 6 May 2014 82,796 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 77,568 miles

low reading from nearside park brake

park brake application uneven

Fail 6 Jun 2013 77,568 miles

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

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

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

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

low reading from nearside park brake

park brake application uneven

Pass 21 Jun 2012 74,463 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 73,796 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2011 73,786 miles

Offside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 7 Jun 2010 72,565 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 71,342 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 68,886 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2007 63,893 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2007 63,893 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2006 49,552 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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TK51 SEK is a 2001 BMW Z3 in Blue with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 TK51 SEK, 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.

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What year was TK51 SEK registered?

TK51 SEK is a 2001 BMW Z3, first registered on 15 October 2001.

Is TK51 SEK safe to buy?

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