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BF51 TLJ

2001 BMW 3 Series

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2019
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

121,615 mi
Last recorded121,615 miles
Recorded on26 May 2018
Typical for 2001 BMW 3 Series95,548 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF51 TLJ
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2018 121,615 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both front tyres worn low on tread

Pass 25 May 2017 113,600 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface (3.5.1i)

engine bay covers and under body trays

o/s handbrake efficiency lower than n/s advise brake check

Fail 25 May 2017 113,598 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface (3.5.1i)

engine bay covers and under body trays

o/s handbrake efficiency lower than n/s advise brake check

Pass 27 May 2016 103,472 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 98,556 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 93,747 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 89,175 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 82,755 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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)

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

Pass 30 Jun 2011 79,118 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 75,179 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 65,584 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 56,704 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 48,549 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 41,365 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Aug 2005 40,481 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 TLJ is a 2001 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 BF51 TLJ, 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 TLJ registered?

BF51 TLJ is a 2001 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 20 September 2001.

Is BF51 TLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF51 TLJ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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