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LF51 VOO

2001 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

53,065 mi
Last recorded53,065 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW M382,992 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF51 VOO
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 53,065 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2026 53,065 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2025 49,905 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 48,604 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Pass 14 Sep 2018 48,272 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 May 2017 47,794 miles

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

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

both front tyres bald on edges and perishing - may need replacing soon

Pass 5 May 2016 47,405 miles

front tyres bald on edges and perishing

rear tyres wearing low

Pass 24 Apr 2015 46,914 miles

front tyres bald on edges

rear tyres wearing low

Pass 23 Apr 2014 45,591 miles

both front tyres wearing low on edges and starting to perish - may need replacing soon

Pass 22 Apr 2013 44,248 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Apr 2012 43,906 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 Apr 2012 43,906 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Apr 2011 43,640 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 43,633 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 42,107 miles

nearside front tyre sidewalls deteriorating due to driving whilst under inflated, recommend changing asap

Pass 19 Mar 2009 41,524 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2007 40,441 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 38,193 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2005 4 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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LF51 VOO is a 2001 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 LF51 VOO, 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 LF51 VOO registered?

LF51 VOO is a 2001 BMW M3, first registered on 27 November 2001.

Is LF51 VOO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF51 VOO shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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