2002 BMW Z3 2.2L Petrol · EK51 PKE
2002 BMW Z3 (2.2L, petrol). First registered 01 May 2003. Recorded mileage 97,396 miles. MOT valid until 21 Apr 2027. Taxed until 01 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- BMW Z3
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 21 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 May 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 97,396 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 2.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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EK51 PKE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/04/2026
- 97,396 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
EK51 PKE 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 2002 BMW Z3 (EK51 PKE) between October 2024 and April 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 23 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (3 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Suspension (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 advisory notices are 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Headlamp levelling device cannot be operated from the driver's seat (4.1.5 (b))”; “Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))”.
EK51 PKE Mileage History
- 09/10/202495,927 mi
- 12/12/202495,992 mi+65 mi
- 12/12/202495,992 mi
- 21/04/202697,387 mi+1,395 mi
- 23/04/202697,396 mi+9 mi
Average of roughly 956 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: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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