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LA51 FPK

2001 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

180,401 mi
Last recorded180,401 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2013
Typical for 2001 BMW M382,992 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA51 FPK
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2013 180,401 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2013 180,390 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 31 Mar 2012 158,730 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside rear tyre worn unevenly on inner edge

sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 14 Mar 2011 134,101 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2011 134,001 miles

Nearside Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 18 Mar 2010 110,114 miles

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

rear exhaust flanges corroding.

Pass 22 Sep 2009 108,788 miles

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

exhaust flanges corroding at rear joints.both front tyres wearing on edges.

Fail 22 Sep 2009 108,788 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

exhaust flanges corroding at rear joints.both front tyres wearing on edges.

Pass 22 Sep 2008 102,918 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2007 95,093 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2007 90,400 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 79,370 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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LA51 FPK is a 2001 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LA51 FPK, 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.

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What year was LA51 FPK registered?

LA51 FPK is a 2001 BMW M3, first registered on 19 December 2001.

Is LA51 FPK safe to buy?

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