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YH02 ZPE

2002 BMW Z3

Black Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

52,213 mi
Last recorded52,213 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW Z361,822 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH02 ZPE
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 52,213 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2025 51,248 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2024 50,160 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2023 49,763 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 48,931 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2021 48,040 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2020 47,353 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 46,808 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 45,814 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 44,483 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 44,454 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 44,344 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 44,138 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 43,678 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 43,470 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 43,064 miles
Fail 19 May 2011 43,064 miles

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)

BOTH REAR TYRES CRAKING IN TREAD

Pass 17 May 2010 42,496 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 42,295 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 41,674 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 40,383 miles
Fail 21 May 2007 40,383 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 23 May 2006 24,067 miles

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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YH02 ZPE is a 2002 BMW Z3 in Black with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 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 YH02 ZPE, 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 YH02 ZPE registered?

YH02 ZPE is a 2002 BMW Z3, first registered on 1 April 2002.

Is YH02 ZPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH02 ZPE shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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