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YG51 POD

2002 BMW Z3

Black Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

95,328 mi
Last recorded95,328 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW Z361,822 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG51 POD
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2026 95,328 miles

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess handbrake cable outer casing split,but not affecting movement (1.1.15 (a))

Pass 19 Jul 2025 94,788 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2024 94,245 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

eml light on

Pass 14 Jul 2023 93,771 miles

eml light on

Pass 7 Jul 2022 93,028 miles

eml light on

Fail 7 Jul 2022 93,028 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

eml light on

Pass 16 Jul 2021 92,522 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 16 Jul 2021 92,520 miles

Emissions not tested lamba reading high (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 20 Jul 2020 91,851 miles

eml l;ight on pre july 2003

Fail 20 Jul 2020 91,851 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

eml l;ight on pre july 2003

Pass 10 Jul 2019 91,068 miles

engine management light on pre july 2003 vehicle

Fail 10 Jul 2019 91,068 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

engine management light on pre july 2003 vehicle

Pass 20 Jul 2018 89,890 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 88,433 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 85,101 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2016 85,096 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 85,068 miles

both rear tyres have uneven wear across tread area

Pass 7 Sep 2012 81,829 miles

slight deterioration to o/s lower arm rear bush

Fail 7 Sep 2012 81,829 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

slight deterioration to o/s lower arm rear bush

Pass 2 Sep 2011 78,735 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 74,967 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 72,733 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 67,742 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 62,621 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2008 62,218 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2008 62,218 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Aug 2007 58,023 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 10 Oct 2006 52,438 miles

engine oil low

slight movement in pinion shaft

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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YG51 POD is a 2002 BMW Z3 in Black with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2002 BMW Z3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 61,822 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 YG51 POD, 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 24 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 YG51 POD registered?

YG51 POD is a 2002 BMW Z3, first registered on 10 January 2002.

Is YG51 POD safe to buy?

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