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Y78 EAB

2001 BMW Z8

Blue Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2021
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,859 mi
Last recorded15,859 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2020
Typical for 2001 BMW Z823,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY78 EAB
MakeBMW
ModelZ8
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 17 Dec 2020 15,859 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 15,695 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 15,580 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 15,469 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 15,434 miles

surface corrosion on brake discs

Pass 25 Sep 2015 15,399 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 15,203 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2013 14,412 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 13,557 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 7,653 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 7,032 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 6,462 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 5,385 miles

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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Y78 EAB is a 2001 BMW Z8 in Blue with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 Y78 EAB, 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

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What year was Y78 EAB registered?

Y78 EAB is a 2001 BMW Z8, first registered on 26 March 2001.

Is Y78 EAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y78 EAB shows 13 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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