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Y2 GCC

2001 BMW Z3

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

75,542 mi
Last recorded75,542 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW Z365,589 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY2 GCC
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 31 Oct 2025 75,542 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2024 75,182 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2023 74,559 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2022 73,737 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2021 72,587 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 71,650 miles

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre 225/50/16 ()

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2019 71,534 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2018 69,570 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2017 68,829 miles

chip to windscreen

Pass 7 Dec 2016 67,526 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 66,161 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 64,808 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 62,269 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 60,482 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 56,564 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 51,675 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 45,603 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 40,150 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 35,235 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 29,572 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2005 25,176 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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Y2 GCC is a 2001 BMW Z3 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 Y2 GCC, 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 Y2 GCC?

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What year was Y2 GCC registered?

Y2 GCC is a 2001 BMW Z3, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is Y2 GCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y2 GCC shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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