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GO51 PWG

2001 BMW M3

Yellow Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

189,411 mi
Last recorded189,411 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW M382,992 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGO51 PWG
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 189,411 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2025 187,151 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2024 184,005 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 26 Oct 2022 183,984 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 181,509 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 179,504 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear differential seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Vehicle under tray fitted

Pass 15 Nov 2019 177,085 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 172,367 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 166,599 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 160,215 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2015 155,718 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 150,497 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 27 Oct 2014 150,488 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively chafed (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Oct 2013 147,282 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2012 142,386 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 135,123 miles

offside front tyre worn on edges.

Fail 31 Oct 2011 135,118 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

offside front tyre worn on edges.

Pass 15 Nov 2010 126,353 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2009 115,419 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Oct 2008 104,526 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2007 90,124 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 73,831 miles

How Reliable is the BMW M3?

Based on 440,678 MOT tests across 34,038 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
3,682
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
34,038
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,421
Brake pipe excessively corroded 7,386
coil spring incomplete 5,157
coil spring fractured 4,494
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,944
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GO51 PWG is a 2001 BMW M3 in Yellow with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2001 BMW M3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 82,992 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW M3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,421 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GO51 PWG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW M3 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 25 years old, this BMW M3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GO51 PWG registered?

GO51 PWG is a 2001 BMW M3, first registered on 4 December 2001.

Is GO51 PWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GO51 PWG shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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