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B4 SED

2001 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

31,850 mi
Last recorded31,850 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW 3 Series95,548 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB4 SED
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 31,850 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres are cracking in the treads and worn on the inner edges of the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Nov 2024 30,571 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2023 29,008 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2023 28,999 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2022 27,517 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 26,154 miles

Under tray fitted obstructing view of some under engine components

Fail 19 Nov 2021 26,154 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Under tray fitted obstructing view of some under engine components

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2020 25,383 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 16 Nov 2020 25,355 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 23,786 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 22,194 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 20,261 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm rear bushes. (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 May 2016 18,902 miles

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

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

Pass 13 May 2015 17,521 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 16,297 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 7 May 2013 15,194 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 13,899 miles
Fail 3 May 2012 13,879 miles

Nearside Front Lower Torque/reaction arm has a deteriorated rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Torque/reaction arm has a deteriorated rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

engine management warning light on

Pass 4 May 2011 12,710 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 11,388 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 10,334 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 9,198 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 8,382 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 7,225 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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B4 SED is a 2001 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 B4 SED, 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 B4 SED registered?

B4 SED is a 2001 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 17 December 2001.

Is B4 SED safe to buy?

The MOT history for B4 SED shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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