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AV51 XKT

2001 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

165,056 mi
Last recorded165,056 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2019
Typical for 2001 BMW 3 Series95,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV51 XKT
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2019 165,056 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Steering arm modified, but not inappropriately (2.1.3 (f) (i))

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

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

Fail 22 Aug 2019 156,064 miles

Driver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Bumper likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Steering arm modified, but not inappropriately (2.1.3 (f) (i))

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2016 133,954 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 113,952 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 112,974 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 111,266 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 108,664 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 100,209 miles

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 100,209 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 89,892 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 69,141 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 57,485 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 49,986 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 44,503 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2005 36,761 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 XKT is a 2001 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 XKT, 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 XKT registered?

AV51 XKT is a 2001 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 24 October 2001.

Is AV51 XKT safe to buy?

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