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YR51 TVV

2001 BMW Z3

Grey Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2023
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

53,146 mi
Last recorded53,146 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2022
Typical for 2001 BMW Z365,589 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR51 TVV
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2022 53,146 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 1 Jul 2021 52,691 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2020 51,843 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2020 51,843 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 12 Jul 2018 51,390 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 51,351 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Apr 2016 51,293 miles

Brake pad warning light on.

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Apr 2015 51,028 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Sep 2014 48,760 miles

rear pads getting low

Pass 16 Sep 2013 44,946 miles

Nearside Front 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 11 Sep 2012 41,128 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 36,367 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 31,452 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2009 28,281 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 25,614 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 23,999 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 21,517 miles

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Aug 2005 17,121 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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YR51 TVV is a 2001 BMW Z3 in Grey with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 YR51 TVV, 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 YR51 TVV registered?

YR51 TVV is a 2001 BMW Z3, first registered on 26 September 2001.

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