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L33 SLV

2001 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

146,426 mi
Last recorded146,426 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2021
Typical for 2001 BMW M382,992 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL33 SLV
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2021 146,426 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2021 146,426 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Jun 2020 144,788 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2020 144,788 miles

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Sep 2017 141,881 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 133,346 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 123,591 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2014 121,133 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 117,737 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 111,406 miles

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

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

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

suspension has been lowered

Fail 22 Aug 2011 110,139 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Rear bumper insecure

front and rear brake discs worn

offside and nearside front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 22 Aug 2011 110,139 miles

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

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

Rear bumper insecure

front and rear brake discs worn

offside and nearside front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 11 Aug 2010 104,075 miles

Offside Front Lower Radius arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Dec 2009 97,538 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2008 81,614 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2007 66,932 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 45,266 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2005 33,232 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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L33 SLV is a 2001 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 L33 SLV, 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 L33 SLV registered?

L33 SLV is a 2001 BMW M3, first registered on 27 March 2001.

Is L33 SLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for L33 SLV shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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