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BD51 GNN

2001 BMW 3 Series

Green Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2017
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

85,540 mi
Last recorded85,540 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2016
Typical for 2001 BMW 3 Series95,548 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD51 GNN
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2016 85,540 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 25 Nov 2015 72,358 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2014 56,252 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 53,369 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 52,195 miles

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

slight play in nearside front suspension

Pass 14 Nov 2011 48,952 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2010 46,745 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 44,338 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2008 42,090 miles

Damage to nearside front wing

Pass 19 Nov 2007 38,395 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 34,820 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2005 29,638 miles

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

Fail 18 Nov 2005 29,588 miles

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

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

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

wipers smearing slightly

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 GNN is a 2001 BMW 3 Series in Green with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 BD51 GNN, 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 BD51 GNN registered?

BD51 GNN is a 2001 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 3 December 2001.

Is BD51 GNN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD51 GNN shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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