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Y407 BPL

2001 BMW Z3

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

85,487 mi
Last recorded85,487 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW Z365,589 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY407 BPL
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 85,487 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2024 85,232 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2023 84,731 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2023 84,731 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2022 84,538 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 84,386 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2021 84,386 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 83,994 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2020 83,994 miles

All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 7 May 2019 83,444 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 82,671 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 81,595 miles

coolant leak

Pass 6 May 2015 80,493 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 78,704 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 77,043 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2012 71,587 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 67,322 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2011 67,322 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 29 Apr 2010 62,641 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2009 58,053 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2009 58,053 miles

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 15 May 2007 47,940 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 41,080 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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Y407 BPL is a 2001 BMW Z3 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 Y407 BPL, 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

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What year was Y407 BPL registered?

Y407 BPL is a 2001 BMW Z3, first registered on 12 April 2001.

Is Y407 BPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y407 BPL shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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