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BG51 SWJ

2001 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

48,578 mi
Last recorded48,578 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2016
Typical for 2001 BMW 3 Series95,548 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG51 SWJ
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2016 48,578 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2016 54,604 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Feb 2015 53,166 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Feb 2014 51,419 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2013 49,372 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2012 47,476 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2011 45,551 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 43,901 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 40,823 miles

Both front tyres perishing

Pass 29 Feb 2008 37,709 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 33,884 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 28,817 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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BG51 SWJ is a 2001 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 BG51 SWJ, 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 BG51 SWJ?

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What year was BG51 SWJ registered?

BG51 SWJ is a 2001 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 21 December 2001.

Is BG51 SWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG51 SWJ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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