2001 BMW Z3 2.2L Petrol · A10 YAD
2001 BMW Z3 (2.2L, petrol). First registered 07 Sept 2001. Recorded mileage 8,086 miles. MOT valid until 06 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- BMW Z3
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 06 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 8,086 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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A10 YAD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/07/2026
- 8,086 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
A10 YAD MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2001 BMW Z3 (A10 YAD) between June 2022 and July 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 1 advisory notice notes an item to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 1 advisory notice is recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
A10 YAD Mileage History
- 11/06/20227,971 mi
- 04/07/20237,998 mi+27 mi
- 01/07/20248,004 mi+6 mi
- 04/07/20258,058 mi+54 mi
- 02/07/20268,086 mi+28 mi
Average of roughly 28 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for BMW Z3 (E36/7)
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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- Boot Floor TearingSerious
The single rear differential ear mount applies high twisting torque directly to the thin boot floor crossmember. Spot welds pop and the sheet metal tears away, presenting a severe structural failure risk.
- Cooling System FailureSerious
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