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AV51 UAH

2001 BMW 3 Series

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2023
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

134,877 mi
Last recorded134,877 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2022
Typical for 2001 BMW 3 Series95,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV51 UAH
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2022 134,877 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2021 128,555 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 123,276 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

mileage lower than last time due to cluster change

Pass 30 Apr 2019 137,214 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Jul 2018 124,035 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 109,867 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 94,225 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2016 94,225 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 92,554 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2015 92,554 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 28 Jun 2014 88,873 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 77,990 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2012 70,962 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 62,649 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 56,626 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 47,551 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 45,037 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 36,108 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 34,196 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2007 34,196 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Oct 2006 28,716 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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AV51 UAH is a 2001 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AV51 UAH, 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

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What year was AV51 UAH registered?

AV51 UAH is a 2001 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 13 October 2001.

Is AV51 UAH safe to buy?

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