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BF51 TFU

2001 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

104,341 mi
Last recorded104,341 miles
Recorded on29 Feb 2016
Typical for 2001 BMW 3 Series95,548 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF51 TFU
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Feb 2016 104,341 miles

Engine management light on

Fail 29 Feb 2016 104,341 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar fractured (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres fitted to all steerable axle are not of the same structure (4.1.A.2c)

Offside Rear Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Engine management light on

Pass 3 Nov 2014 101,217 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 94,376 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 88,744 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 88,652 miles

Coolant leak

Nail in nearside front tyre

n/s/f tyre sidewall cut but not exposing cords

Fail 1 Dec 2011 88,652 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Coolant leak

Nail in nearside front tyre

n/s/f tyre sidewall cut but not exposing cords

Pass 15 Feb 2011 87,599 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 4 Jan 2010 79,402 miles

SLIGHT WEAR ON REAR BRAKE DISCS SLIGHT WEAR ON N/S/F LOWER BALL JOINT

Pass 5 Nov 2008 70,843 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 65,583 miles

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

Fail 5 Nov 2007 65,582 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2007 60,257 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 TFU is a 2001 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 TFU, 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 BF51 TFU registered?

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

Is BF51 TFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF51 TFU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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