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BK51 XOV

2001 BMW 3 Series

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

99,612 mi
Last recorded99,612 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2014
Typical for 2001 BMW 3 Series95,548 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK51 XOV
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2014 99,612 miles

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

Fail 22 Jan 2014 99,586 miles

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)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 12 Jan 2013 89,553 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 84,057 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Feb 2011 79,069 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2011 79,069 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 May 2010 73,003 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 17 Feb 2009 65,504 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 59,454 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2007 50,428 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 49,531 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2006 49,531 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

oil on min and engine noisy

rear brakes worn

scratches on wheels and body

slight corrosion on exhaust

slight cracks in n/s/f tyre

front brake discs worn

front lock wheel nut covers missing

Pass 17 Oct 2005 35,502 miles

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

Offside 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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BK51 XOV is a 2001 BMW 3 Series in Green with a 1,796cc 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 BK51 XOV, 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 BK51 XOV registered?

BK51 XOV is a 2001 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 5 November 2001.

Is BK51 XOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK51 XOV 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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