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M30 TRC

2001 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

121,034 mi
Last recorded121,034 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW M382,992 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM30 TRC
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 121,034 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2025 120,384 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2024 118,054 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 113,745 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 112,944 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 111,973 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Aug 2021 111,973 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2020 109,839 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 99,706 miles

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush slight movement in both rear top shock bushes advise (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 3 Aug 2018 86,392 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

rear diff leaking

Pass 4 Aug 2017 82,427 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 82,382 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 78,657 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 77,827 miles

low brake pad warning lamp evident on dash

Pass 24 Jun 2010 76,532 miles

brake pad thickness warning lamp evident on dash

rear exhaust clamp heavily corroded

Pass 25 Jun 2009 73,264 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 71,055 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2007 58,016 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 56,188 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2005 55,517 miles

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

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

Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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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M30 TRC is a 2001 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 M30 TRC, 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 M30 TRC?

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What year was M30 TRC registered?

M30 TRC is a 2001 BMW M3, first registered on 25 October 2001.

Is M30 TRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for M30 TRC shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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