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Y848 OKX

2001 BMW Z3

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

77,209 mi
Last recorded77,209 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2021
Typical for 2001 BMW Z365,589 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY848 OKX
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2021 77,209 miles

All four suspension coil springs are starting to corrode

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Oct 2020 76,565 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 72,515 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 68,729 miles

Nearside Rear 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 13 Apr 2017 65,426 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 63,322 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 14 Apr 2015 60,315 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Apr 2014 55,307 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 53,489 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 51,839 miles

exhaust system is starting to corrode

Pass 18 Apr 2011 49,839 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 47,393 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2010 47,310 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Apr 2009 45,032 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 42,708 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 40,160 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 39,737 miles

front tyres req soon

Fail 28 Apr 2006 39,737 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front tyres req soon

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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Y848 OKX is a 2001 BMW Z3 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 Y848 OKX, 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 Y848 OKX registered?

Y848 OKX is a 2001 BMW Z3, first registered on 26 March 2001.

Is Y848 OKX safe to buy?

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