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AKZ 322

2002 BMW Z3

Blue Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

99,529 mi
Last recorded99,529 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW Z361,822 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAKZ 322
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 99,529 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Oct 2024 91,960 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 86,598 miles

Both front shock absorbers deteriorated

Both front top turrets slight corrosion

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

Fuel tank cap seal deteriorating

Offside Rear light cluster cracked

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear diff bushes deteriorated

Side repeater slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

fuel tank strap has corrosion

Fail 16 Oct 2023 86,594 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Both front shock absorbers deteriorated

Both front top turrets slight corrosion

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

Fuel tank cap seal deteriorating

Hazard switch sticking -

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement starting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose been rubbing - no cords shown

Offside Rear Tyre worn edge - no cords shown

Offside Rear light cluster cracked

Oil leaks around engine

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear diff bushes deteriorated

Side repeater slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

fuel tank strap has corrosion

Pass 24 Oct 2022 80,847 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 18 Oct 2022 80,831 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2021 75,940 miles

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

Offside Rear Outer sill cover at end corroded

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

Pass 13 Oct 2020 65,865 miles

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

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

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

fuel tank straps corroded

Pass 8 Oct 2019 65,142 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 61,365 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 57,727 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 55,150 miles

front exhaust clamp broken

Pass 14 Oct 2015 54,657 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 29 Aug 2014 52,713 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 49,265 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 14 Sep 2012 45,211 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 38,854 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 23,603 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)

nearside front tyre wear

offside front tyre wear

Pass 6 May 2009 22,397 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 18,483 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 14,181 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 10,503 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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AKZ 322 is a 2002 BMW Z3 in Blue with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 AKZ 322, 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 AKZ 322 registered?

AKZ 322 is a 2002 BMW Z3, first registered on 13 May 2002.

Is AKZ 322 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AKZ 322 shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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