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YV51 HBH

2001 BMW Z3

Blue Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

33,321 mi
Last recorded33,321 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2021
Typical for 2001 BMW Z365,589 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYV51 HBH
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2021 33,321 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 32,959 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 32,321 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 30,629 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 30,129 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 27,907 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 25,810 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2010 25,806 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 11 Sep 2009 24,592 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 24,224 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 21,768 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 19,699 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2005 18,475 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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YV51 HBH is a 2001 BMW Z3 in Blue with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 YV51 HBH, 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 YV51 HBH registered?

YV51 HBH is a 2001 BMW Z3, first registered on 11 September 2001.

Is YV51 HBH safe to buy?

The MOT history for YV51 HBH shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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