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BF51 SVS

2001 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

101,650 mi
Last recorded101,650 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW 3 Series95,548 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF51 SVS
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 101,650 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2025 92,046 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Oct 2023 80,806 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Oct 2022 79,213 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 78,002 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 76,160 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Sep 2019 74,335 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 72,368 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2018 72,368 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2017 70,533 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 68,517 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2016 68,517 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2015 67,003 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Oct 2014 65,795 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 64,187 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 59,797 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2011 55,855 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2011 55,855 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 52,582 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 48,219 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

o/s/f ind lamp cracked

Fail 13 Aug 2009 48,219 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

o/s/f ind lamp cracked

Pass 22 Oct 2007 38,820 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2006 33,883 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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BF51 SVS is a 2001 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 BF51 SVS, 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 BF51 SVS?

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What year was BF51 SVS registered?

BF51 SVS is a 2001 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is BF51 SVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF51 SVS shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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