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M3 TRV

2001 BMW M3

Yellow Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

75,649 mi
Last recorded75,649 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2018
Typical for 2001 BMW M382,992 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM3 TRV
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2018 75,649 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 75,088 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 74,567 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 73,883 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2014 73,309 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 70,046 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 2 Mar 2012 65,561 miles

Oil leak

Pass 18 Feb 2011 64,163 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 60,428 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 54,710 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 50,619 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 42,325 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2007 42,325 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 8 Dec 2005 33,706 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2005 33,706 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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 TRV is a 2001 BMW M3 in Yellow with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 TRV, 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 TRV?

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What year was M3 TRV registered?

M3 TRV is a 2001 BMW M3, first registered on 7 December 2001.

Is M3 TRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for M3 TRV shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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