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WX52 KPV

2002 BMW Z3

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

31,597 mi
Last recorded31,597 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW Z361,822 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX52 KPV
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 31,597 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2025 31,070 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 30,813 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 30,622 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 30,297 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 30,097 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 29,373 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 28,658 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 27,260 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 25,825 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 25,317 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 23,760 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 23,224 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2012 23,224 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2011 21,903 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2010 21,033 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 20,361 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 18,835 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 17,479 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 14,968 miles

Offside wishbone rear mount/bush weak.

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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WX52 KPV is a 2002 BMW Z3 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 WX52 KPV, 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 WX52 KPV registered?

WX52 KPV is a 2002 BMW Z3, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is WX52 KPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX52 KPV shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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