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AK51 XJY

2001 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

112,138 mi
Last recorded112,138 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2015
Typical for 2001 BMW 3 Series95,548 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK51 XJY
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2015 112,138 miles

o/s/f tyre getting low

Pass 3 Dec 2014 105,151 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 98,315 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2012 92,320 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 85,413 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 79,956 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 74,430 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2009 74,390 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 17 Dec 2008 69,363 miles

n/s/f tyre getting low on outer edge

Pass 11 Dec 2007 66,287 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 62,379 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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AK51 XJY is a 2001 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 AK51 XJY, 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 AK51 XJY?

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What year was AK51 XJY registered?

AK51 XJY is a 2001 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 1 October 2001.

Is AK51 XJY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK51 XJY shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AK51 XJY have outstanding finance?

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