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A3 JPU

2001 BMW 3 Series

Silver Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

66,013 mi
Last recorded66,013 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW 3 Series95,548 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 JPU
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 66,013 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 65,652 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2023 65,425 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 64,258 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 63,693 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 62,938 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 62,490 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 62,035 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 60,549 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 58,851 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 57,988 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 57,267 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 56,460 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 52,674 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 49,628 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 46,731 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 44,078 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2009 44,078 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Sep 2008 40,900 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 39,915 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 32,845 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 3 Series?

Based on 12,840,406 MOT tests across 1,004,285 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
6,672
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,004,285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 485,475
Brake pipe excessively corroded 323,327
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 253,205
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 185,099
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 182,360
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A3 JPU is a 2001 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 2001 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 95,548 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 3 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 485,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A3 JPU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 3 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 25 years old, this BMW 3 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A3 JPU?

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What year was A3 JPU registered?

A3 JPU is a 2001 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 1 October 2001.

Is A3 JPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 JPU shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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