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VA02 SYR

2002 BMW Z3

Grey Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

19,996 mi
Last recorded19,996 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW Z361,822 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA02 SYR
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2026 19,996 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material onto flexi (1.1.11 (c))

both outer sill panels starting to corrode

Pass 11 Jul 2025 19,843 miles

both outer sill panels starting to corrode at rear

Pass 12 Jul 2024 19,539 miles

both outer sill panels staring to corrode

Pass 7 Jul 2023 18,860 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread on 3.5 mm also wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread on 3.5 mm also wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge centre of tread on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

advise tracking check

n/s & o/s outer sills showing signs of corrosion

Pass 15 Jul 2022 18,544 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Jul 2022 18,544 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2021 17,817 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 8 Jul 2021 17,817 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2020 17,008 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 15,685 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

underside rusted

Pass 2 Jul 2018 13,818 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 12,403 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 10,973 miles

Offside Front brake dragging slightly , not registering on RBT

all metal brake pipes have surface corrosion.

Pass 30 Jun 2015 8,456 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 6,631 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear Lower coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 8 Jul 2014 6,590 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Lower coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear Lower coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 4,395 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2013 4,395 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2012 3,993 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2012 3,993 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 1,927 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 47,701 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 40,317 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 33,004 miles

adv front brake pads worn low

adv rear tyres getting close to limit

adv slight wear on front tyres on edges

Pass 13 Apr 2007 24,670 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 17,377 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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VA02 SYR is a 2002 BMW Z3 in Grey with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 VA02 SYR, 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 VA02 SYR registered?

VA02 SYR is a 2002 BMW Z3, first registered on 5 July 2002.

Is VA02 SYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA02 SYR shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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