MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
118,002 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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both front shock absorbers leaking + reduced damping effect (especially o/s)
front brake pads appear low + discs worn
rear tyre treads low
various oil leaks
Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
both front shock absorbers leaking + reduced damping effect (especially o/s)
front brake pads appear low + discs worn
rear tyre treads low
various oil leaks
rear brake pads very low + discs rusty
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)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
How Reliable is the BMW Z3?
Based on 498,063 MOT tests across 26,000 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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Y86 STR is a 2001 BMW Z3 in Blue with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 Y86 STR, 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.
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How do I check the history of Y86 STR?
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What year was Y86 STR registered?
Y86 STR is a 2001 BMW Z3, first registered on 1 March 2001.
Is Y86 STR safe to buy?
The MOT history for Y86 STR shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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