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AM51 UHJ

2001 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

114,729 mi
Last recorded114,729 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW 3 Series95,548 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM51 UHJ
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2025 114,729 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 113,673 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 111,198 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 106,169 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 98,699 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 94,026 miles
Fail 28 May 2014 94,026 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 1 Dec 2012 89,309 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2012 89,309 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Nov 2011 87,429 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2011 87,428 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Nov 2010 83,220 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 25 Nov 2009 76,175 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 Nov 2008 71,809 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 19 Nov 2008 71,809 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Nov 2007 66,762 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Nov 2006 59,312 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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AM51 UHJ is a 2001 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 AM51 UHJ, 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 AM51 UHJ?

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What year was AM51 UHJ registered?

AM51 UHJ is a 2001 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 22 November 2001.

Is AM51 UHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM51 UHJ shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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