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M800 STD

2001 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2017
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

85,708 mi
Last recorded85,708 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2016
Typical for 2001 BMW M382,992 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM800 STD
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 29 Sep 2016 85,708 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 81,913 miles

coil spring corroded both rear (2.4.C.1b)

mil light on

Pass 20 Sep 2014 78,804 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 72,554 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2012 68,241 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2011 64,929 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 62,730 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 55,214 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 48,510 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 43,475 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 38,528 miles

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

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 25 Aug 2005 31,590 miles

advise rear pads low

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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M800 STD is a 2001 BMW M3 in Silver with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 M800 STD, 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

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What year was M800 STD registered?

M800 STD is a 2001 BMW M3, first registered on 19 September 2001.

Is M800 STD safe to buy?

The MOT history for M800 STD shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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