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X385 RNV

2001 BMW Z8

Silver Petrol 4900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

40,757 mi
Last recorded40,757 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW Z823,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX385 RNV
MakeBMW
ModelZ8
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,900cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 40,757 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2025 40,684 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2024 40,672 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 40,579 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 40,549 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 40,500 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 40,105 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 40,048 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 39,997 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 39,717 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 63,788 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Fail 7 May 2013 63,787 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Rear fog lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (1.3.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

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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X385 RNV is a 2001 BMW Z8 in Silver with a 4,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2001 BMW Z8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 23,597 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 X385 RNV, 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 25 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 X385 RNV?

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What year was X385 RNV registered?

X385 RNV is a 2001 BMW Z8, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is X385 RNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for X385 RNV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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