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Y429 NBL

2001 BMW M3

Yellow Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2022
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

92,476 mi
Last recorded92,476 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2021
Typical for 2001 BMW M382,992 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY429 NBL
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 11 Jun 2021 92,476 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 91,851 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 91,012 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 90,800 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 88,444 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 89,127 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 84,949 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 8,039 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 30 Jul 2008 58,890 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Offside front and Nearside front tyre worn on inneredge

Pass 29 Feb 2008 77,843 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Feb 2007 65,297 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 50,815 miles

both rear tyres wearing low some slight move ment in steering rack pinion rear brake pads wearing low

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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Y429 NBL is a 2001 BMW M3 in Yellow with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 Y429 NBL, 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 Y429 NBL registered?

Y429 NBL is a 2001 BMW M3, first registered on 14 March 2001.

Is Y429 NBL safe to buy?

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