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LW51 XFN

2001 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,632 mi
Last recorded60,632 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2011
Typical for 2001 BMW M382,992 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLW51 XFN
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 4 Jan 2011 60,632 miles

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

discs worn

Pass 14 Jan 2010 55,313 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2008 48,412 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 41,913 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2007 35,816 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2006 30,948 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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LW51 XFN is a 2001 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LW51 XFN, 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

How do I check the history of LW51 XFN?

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What year was LW51 XFN registered?

LW51 XFN is a 2001 BMW M3, first registered on 4 October 2001.

Is LW51 XFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LW51 XFN shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LW51 XFN have outstanding finance?

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