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Y992 LRX

2001 BMW Z3

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2021
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

89,170 mi
Last recorded89,170 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2020
Typical for 2001 BMW Z365,589 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY992 LRX
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2020 89,170 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rears (1.1.11 (c))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both fronts head light deflectors fitted (4.1.4 (b))

under trays and covers fitted masking some testable items

Pass 27 Feb 2012 81,512 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front brake discs worn

front tyres 3mm

rear brake discs corroded

rear tyres 4mm

both front tyres have cuts all over but not deep to reach ply or cords

Pass 28 Oct 2010 78,864 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nail in offside front tyre

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both front discs slightly scored and pitted

both front tyres deteriorating

both rear discs slightly pitted

Pass 8 Jun 2009 76,132 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 71,570 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2008 71,570 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 5 Jun 2007 67,461 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 62,235 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2005 56,883 miles

1.both rear tyres very near minimum legal limit for tread depth (1.6mm).

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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Y992 LRX is a 2001 BMW Z3 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 Y992 LRX, 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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What year was Y992 LRX registered?

Y992 LRX is a 2001 BMW Z3, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is Y992 LRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y992 LRX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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