2002 BMW Z3 2.2L Petrol · K9 VBE
2002 BMW Z3 (2.2L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2002. Recorded mileage 27,499 miles. MOT expired on 06 Sept 2024.
- Make & Model
- BMW Z3
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Borehamwood
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 06 Sept 2024
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (13 May 2023)
- Recorded Mileage
- 27,499 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 2.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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K9 VBE Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/09/2023
- 27,499 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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K9 VBE MOT History
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1 MOT test are recorded for this 2002 BMW Z3 (K9 VBE) between September 2023 and September 2023.
The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 0 advisory notices note items to monitor.
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Known faults for BMW Z3 (E36/7)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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
Sharing E36 architecture, the M43, M44, M52, and M54 engines are prone to plastic radiator neck breakage, thermostat housing warping, and plastic water pump impeller detachment, leading to rapid overheating.
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