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OE51 YMS

2001 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2017
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,015 mi
Last recorded47,015 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2016
Typical for 2001 BMW M382,992 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE51 YMS
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 1 Aug 2016 47,015 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Jul 2015 42,181 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 37,190 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 36,467 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2012 35,877 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 34,589 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2008 34,367 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 33,060 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 31,203 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)

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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OE51 YMS is a 2001 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 OE51 YMS, 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 OE51 YMS?

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What year was OE51 YMS registered?

OE51 YMS is a 2001 BMW M3, first registered on 9 October 2001.

Is OE51 YMS safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE51 YMS shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OE51 YMS have outstanding finance?

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