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Y832 VBE

2001 BMW Z3

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,382 mi
Last recorded14,382 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW Z365,589 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY832 VBE
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 28 May 2026 14,382 miles
Pass 23 May 2025 14,234 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 14,140 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 14,125 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 14,117 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 14,095 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2020 14,092 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 14,091 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 14,090 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 14,082 miles

hand brake imbalance

Pass 11 Apr 2016 13,936 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 13,764 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 13,343 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 12,992 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 12,623 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 12,061 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 110 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 9,897 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 9,100 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 8,758 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 8,073 miles

All tyres worn on edges

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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Y832 VBE is a 2001 BMW Z3 in Blue 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 Y832 VBE, 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 Y832 VBE registered?

Y832 VBE is a 2001 BMW Z3, first registered on 25 April 2001.

Is Y832 VBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y832 VBE 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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