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BIG 7093

2001 BMW 3 Series

Gold Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

132,034 mi
Last recorded132,034 miles
Recorded on29 Feb 2012
Typical for 2001 BMW 3 Series95,548 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBIG 7093
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2001
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Feb 2012 132,034 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 125,741 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 125,741 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2010 122,694 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Jan 2009 119,720 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 111,812 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 101,741 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2007 101,741 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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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BIG 7093 is a 2001 BMW 3 Series in Gold with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BIG 7093, 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 BIG 7093?

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What year was BIG 7093 registered?

BIG 7093 is a 2001 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 11 December 2001.

Is BIG 7093 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BIG 7093 shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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