Bmw Z8
Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 2 years from 94 real MOT tests.
Avg Pass Rate
98%
Total Tests
94
Best Year
2001 (98%)
Years Covered
2
About the Bmw Z8
The Bmw Z8 has been tested 94 times in 2026 MOT data across 2 model years (2000 to 2001), with an average pass rate of 98%. That's comfortably above the national average of 82%, making it a reliable choice. Available as petrol.
Best and Worst Years
The 2001 model is the most reliable with a 98% pass rate from 51 tests. The 2001 model has the lowest at 98%. With just a 0 point spread, the Z8 is consistently reliable regardless of year.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (2000) averages 32,879 miles, while the newest (2001) averages 27,178 miles.
Compared to the Bmw brand average of 88%, the Z8 performs 10 points better, making it one of the more reliable options in the Bmw range.
Estimated Running Costs
Based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
Full 2001 detailsHow reliable is the Bmw Z8?
Bmw Z8 by Year
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