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LY51 CRF

2001 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2013
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

97,909 mi
Last recorded97,909 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2012
Typical for 2001 BMW M382,992 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY51 CRF
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2012 97,909 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 95,407 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 89,844 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2010 89,844 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 Oct 2009 82,262 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 73,451 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2007 69,635 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 52,792 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges

small flap on near side rear tyre

Pass 21 Apr 2006 43,517 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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LY51 CRF is a 2001 BMW M3 in Silver with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LY51 CRF, 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 LY51 CRF?

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What year was LY51 CRF registered?

LY51 CRF is a 2001 BMW M3, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is LY51 CRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY51 CRF shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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