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YJ51 XAR

2001 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

87,648 mi
Last recorded87,648 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2024
Typical for 2001 BMW M382,992 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ51 XAR
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2024 87,648 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2023 87,446 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2022 85,521 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 82,514 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2020 82,340 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2019 82,323 miles

Engine covers & Under trays fitted

Pass 5 Aug 2015 78,414 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 78,412 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 77,023 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2013

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 13 Mar 2012 74,239 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 71,929 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 64,630 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 62,253 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 54,327 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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YJ51 XAR is a 2001 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 YJ51 XAR, 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 YJ51 XAR?

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What year was YJ51 XAR registered?

YJ51 XAR is a 2001 BMW M3, first registered on 19 October 2001.

Is YJ51 XAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ51 XAR shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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