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BD51 CLF

2001 BMW 3 Series

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2015
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

155,523 mi
Last recorded155,523 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2014
Typical for 2001 BMW 3 Series95,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD51 CLF
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2014 155,523 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 149,727 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 136,734 miles

Oil leak

Fail 24 Aug 2012 136,510 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 6 Sep 2011 117,409 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2011 117,409 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front An item not tested (Manual)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

incorect fuel filler cap

nearside rear tyre worn on outer edge near limit

Pass 29 Oct 2010 112,243 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2009 109,467 miles

Brake back plate damaged

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Oct 2009 109,467 miles

Brake back plate damaged

Fail 27 Oct 2008 103,950 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 27 Oct 2008 103,950 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 30 Oct 2007 93,585 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 Nov 2006 83,892 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2005 66,965 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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BD51 CLF is a 2001 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 BD51 CLF, 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 BD51 CLF?

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What year was BD51 CLF registered?

BD51 CLF is a 2001 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 15 November 2001.

Is BD51 CLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD51 CLF shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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