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Y288 YAP

2001 BMW Z3

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2021
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

21,095 mi
Last recorded21,095 miles
Recorded on21 May 2020
Typical for 2001 BMW Z365,589 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY288 YAP
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2020 21,095 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2019 19,085 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 14,917 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 14,784 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 13,116 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 11,492 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 10,164 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 9,790 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 9,420 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 9,270 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 9,151 miles
Fail 5 May 2010 8,874 miles

Centre Front Upper Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 5 May 2010 8,874 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 8,590 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 8,285 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 7,895 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 7,372 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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Y288 YAP is a 2001 BMW Z3 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 Y288 YAP, 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 Y288 YAP registered?

Y288 YAP is a 2001 BMW Z3, first registered on 1 May 2001.

Is Y288 YAP safe to buy?

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