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Y544 YCK

2001 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

73,482 mi
Last recorded73,482 miles
Recorded on3 May 2019
Typical for 2001 BMW M382,992 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY544 YCK
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 May 2019 73,482 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 71,165 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 69,810 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 66,053 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2015 68,033 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

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

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

engine check light on

oil leak

Pass 22 May 2014 66,939 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 66,471 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 65,722 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 64,735 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 57,598 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 54,495 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 50,222 miles

both rear tyres on 2mm

rear lamps flicker on off when lights switched off

Fail 28 Aug 2007 50,222 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

both rear tyres on 2mm

rear lamps flicker on off when lights switch off

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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Y544 YCK is a 2001 BMW M3 in Black 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 Y544 YCK, 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 Y544 YCK registered?

Y544 YCK is a 2001 BMW M3, first registered on 21 June 2001.

Is Y544 YCK safe to buy?

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