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AY51 GZS

2001 BMW 3 Series

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2018
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

110,288 mi
Last recorded110,288 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2017
Typical for 2001 BMW 3 Series95,548 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY51 GZS
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2017 110,288 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2016 105,316 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 9 Apr 2015 100,530 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2015 100,530 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2014 96,980 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Apr 2013 93,507 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 Mar 2012 83,819 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 83,711 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2011 83,710 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 80,293 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2010 80,293 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 3 Apr 2009 76,735 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2009 76,725 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Apr 2008 66,963 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 55,382 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 37,625 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2005 35,868 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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AY51 GZS is a 2001 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 1,995cc 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 AY51 GZS, 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 AY51 GZS?

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What year was AY51 GZS registered?

AY51 GZS is a 2001 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 1 November 2001.

Is AY51 GZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY51 GZS 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.

Does AY51 GZS have outstanding finance?

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