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X56 GNC

2001 BMW Z3

Red Petrol 2200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2024
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

131,346 mi
Last recorded131,346 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2023
Typical for 2001 BMW Z365,589 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX56 GNC
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,200cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2023 131,346 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 130,187 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Movement close to excessive. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2021 128,246 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 127,055 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 125,236 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2018 124,206 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2018 124,206 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2017 121,610 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear slight binding in parking brake

Pass 8 Sep 2016 117,804 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 110,602 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2015 110,602 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Sep 2014 104,471 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2014 104,451 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2013 95,371 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2013 95,361 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 8 Sep 2012 83,175 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2012 83,170 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 6 Sep 2011 77,143 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 1 Sep 2010 69,779 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2010 69,779 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 28 Aug 2009 60,721 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2008 53,841 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 44,392 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 36,049 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2005 31,272 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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X56 GNC is a 2001 BMW Z3 in Red with a 2,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 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 X56 GNC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of X56 GNC?

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What year was X56 GNC registered?

X56 GNC is a 2001 BMW Z3, first registered on 14 February 2001.

Is X56 GNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for X56 GNC shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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