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A5 FDR

2001 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,895 mi
Last recorded10,895 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW 3 Series95,548 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 FDR
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 6 Oct 2025 10,895 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Oct 2024 10,753 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2023 10,615 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2022 10,576 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2021 10,520 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 10,411 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 10,205 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 9,976 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 9,801 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 9,630 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 9,405 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 9,205 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 8,881 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 8,684 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 8,474 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 8,147 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 7,863 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 7,507 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 5,934 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 5,150 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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A5 FDR is a 2001 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 A5 FDR, 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 A5 FDR?

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What year was A5 FDR registered?

A5 FDR is a 2001 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 31 May 2001.

Is A5 FDR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 FDR shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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