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T1 DKE

2001 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

130,989 mi
Last recorded130,989 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW M382,992 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT1 DKE
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 130,989 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2024 129,273 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 127,193 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Aug 2022 124,806 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 121,847 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2021 121,847 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 21 Aug 2020 119,634 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 119,245 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 118,846 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 118,494 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 117,387 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 115,975 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 112,000 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 105,202 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 100,557 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

tyre pressure warning light stays on

Pass 1 Apr 2011 93,247 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 89,586 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2009 85,027 miles

unable to see rear springs fully/ corrosion on rear discs/ rear tyres worn on edges/ rear tyres different size to front/ under vehle covered in plastic trims

Pass 24 May 2008 81,061 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 78,315 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 74,390 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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T1 DKE is a 2001 BMW M3 in Silver with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 T1 DKE, 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.

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What year was T1 DKE registered?

T1 DKE is a 2001 BMW M3, first registered on 19 September 2001.

Is T1 DKE safe to buy?

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