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AJ51 GXB

2001 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

140,300 mi
Last recorded140,300 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2016
Typical for 2001 BMW 3 Series95,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ51 GXB
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 14 Dec 2016 140,300 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 136,082 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2014 131,431 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2013 125,469 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 121,680 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 118,392 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 28 Jun 2010 109,779 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 101,136 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

slight bind in n/s/f/ wheel does not show up excessive on roller tester

Pass 19 Feb 2008 86,264 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 79,197 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2005 66,344 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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AJ51 GXB is a 2001 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 AJ51 GXB, 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 AJ51 GXB?

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What year was AJ51 GXB registered?

AJ51 GXB is a 2001 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 11 October 2001.

Is AJ51 GXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ51 GXB shows 11 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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