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SR51 MFX

2001 BMW M3

White Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 BMW M382,992 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSR51 MFX
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2014

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 10 Nov 2012 60,985 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 54,770 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 47,745 miles

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

Offside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (3.7.C.2)

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

all tyres wearing slightly on sholders of tread

Pass 8 May 2009 39,344 miles
Fail 6 May 2009 39,341 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 25 Oct 2007 29,117 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 20,829 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 19,072 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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SR51 MFX is a 2001 BMW M3 in White with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SR51 MFX, 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 SR51 MFX?

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What year was SR51 MFX registered?

SR51 MFX is a 2001 BMW M3, first registered on 24 December 2001.

Is SR51 MFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SR51 MFX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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