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SH51 TYT

2001 BMW 3 Series

Grey Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

62,553 mi
Last recorded62,553 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2018
Typical for 2001 BMW 3 Series95,548 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH51 TYT
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2018 62,553 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2018 62,553 miles

Offside Front Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Oct 2017 54,403 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 49,351 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel Tie rod (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak ()

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 8 Nov 2016 49,350 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) Tie rod (2.2.A.1b)

Engine management light on

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel Tie rod (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak ()

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 4 Nov 2015 44,384 miles

Engine oil leak

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Nov 2014 39,239 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Feb 2014 36,779 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 31,606 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 30,328 miles

Both front tyres are wearing slightly unevenly. Possible mis-alignment of wheels

Fail 3 Feb 2012 30,328 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Both front tyres are wearing slightly unevenly. Possible mis-alignment of wheels

Pass 8 Feb 2011 28,072 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2011 28,072 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Slight binding at Offside front brakes.

Pass 25 Jan 2010 24,366 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2010 24,366 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Engine oil low.around minimum mark.

Pass 26 Jan 2009 20,552 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2009 20,552 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear inner brake pads quite low.

Slight play at offside front wishbone rear bush.

Pass 22 Jan 2008 16,665 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 15,101 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 3 Series?

Based on 12,840,406 MOT tests across 1,004,285 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
6,672
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,004,285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 485,475
Brake pipe excessively corroded 323,327
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 253,205
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 185,099
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 182,360
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SH51 TYT is a 2001 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 2001 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 95,548 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 3 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 485,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SH51 TYT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 3 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 25 years old, this BMW 3 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SH51 TYT?

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What year was SH51 TYT registered?

SH51 TYT is a 2001 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 30 November 2001.

Is SH51 TYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH51 TYT shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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