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M111 LPJ

2001 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jan 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

138,497 mi
Last recorded138,497 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW M382,992 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM111 LPJ
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2025 138,497 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 30 Dec 2025 138,497 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Dec 2024 135,903 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Dec 2024 135,903 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Dec 2023 131,903 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2023 131,903 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Jan 2023 129,801 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2022 127,801 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2022 127,801 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Jan 2021 125,816 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 3 Jan 2020 123,711 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2018 120,726 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 2 Jan 2018 168,205 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 25 Jan 2017 116,725 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)

Pass 1 Nov 2016 117,321 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 116,123 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 115,103 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2013 113,112 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

lower engine cover fitted

Pass 4 Nov 2013 113,112 miles

lower engine cover fitted

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Nov 2012 108,999 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 Dec 2011 104,593 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2010 100,216 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 95,467 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 84,214 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 73,139 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 63,025 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2006 62,973 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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M111 LPJ is a 2001 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 M111 LPJ, 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 M111 LPJ registered?

M111 LPJ is a 2001 BMW M3, first registered on 23 March 2001.

Is M111 LPJ safe to buy?

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