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Y711 YYX

2001 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

104,392 mi
Last recorded104,392 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW M382,992 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY711 YYX
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 104,392 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2025 103,076 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 101,923 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 101,723 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 100,883 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 100,140 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 99,008 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 22 Apr 2017 95,786 miles

under trays and engine

Pass 20 Apr 2016 89,162 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 82,213 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Oct 2013 75,691 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 69,364 miles

all four brake discs slightly rusty and worn

both front brakes slightly binding

Pass 28 Oct 2011 66,591 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 62,097 miles

both rear brake discs lightly pitted

Pass 23 Apr 2010 61,970 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2010 61,970 miles

Offside Front An item not tested (Manual)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 17 Apr 2009 60,136 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2009 60,136 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2008 58,362 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

nearside rear tyre has sidewall damage

Pass 21 Apr 2008 58,362 miles

nearside rear tyre has sidewall damage

Pass 18 Apr 2007 53,473 miles

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

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 19 Apr 2006 48,769 miles
Pass 27 May 2005 46,104 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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Y711 YYX is a 2001 BMW M3 in Silver with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 Y711 YYX, 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 Y711 YYX registered?

Y711 YYX is a 2001 BMW M3, first registered on 11 May 2001.

Is Y711 YYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y711 YYX shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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