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SG51 GZL

2001 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

101,310 mi
Last recorded101,310 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2017
Typical for 2001 BMW M382,992 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG51 GZL
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2017 101,310 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2016 101,241 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 22 Dec 2016 101,241 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 11 Nov 2016 100,700 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Central Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

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)

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

Pass 8 Sep 2015 94,851 miles

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

oil leak

Pass 5 Jun 2014 87,213 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 84,657 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 80,832 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Feb 2011 74,377 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 72,609 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 66,111 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 60,359 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 52,368 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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SG51 GZL is a 2001 BMW M3 in Silver with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 SG51 GZL, 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 SG51 GZL registered?

SG51 GZL is a 2001 BMW M3, first registered on 11 October 2001.

Is SG51 GZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG51 GZL shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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