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RN51 FVF

2001 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

111,074 mi
Last recorded111,074 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2010
Typical for 2001 BMW M382,992 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN51 FVF
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2010 111,074 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Fail 14 Apr 2010 111,030 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 19 May 2009 106,148 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 78,350 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2006 64,181 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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RN51 FVF is a 2001 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RN51 FVF, 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 RN51 FVF?

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What year was RN51 FVF registered?

RN51 FVF is a 2001 BMW M3, first registered on 28 November 2001.

Is RN51 FVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RN51 FVF shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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