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M3 LWD

2001 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

142,478 mi
Last recorded142,478 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2011
Typical for 2001 BMW M382,992 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM3 LWD
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2011 142,478 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 8 Sep 2011 142,463 miles

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 1 Oct 2010 136,347 miles

nearside rear tyre tread on wear bars

Pass 27 Oct 2009 133,033 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 126,145 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2007 117,818 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 106,644 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2005 94,403 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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M3 LWD is a 2001 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 M3 LWD, 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 M3 LWD?

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What year was M3 LWD registered?

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

Is M3 LWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for M3 LWD shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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