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487 MUO

2001 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

164,336 mi
Last recorded164,336 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW M382,992 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration487 MUO
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 164,336 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2025 162,630 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2024 160,350 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2023 158,785 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2021 155,416 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2020 153,100 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2019 149,888 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 144,312 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 137,223 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 129,843 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 124,856 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 120,952 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2014 120,952 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Sep 2013 113,128 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 111,042 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 102,778 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 97,704 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 92,799 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2008 90,230 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 22 Apr 2008 90,230 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 82,726 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2007 82,726 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Power steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)

Pass 3 Nov 2005 54,030 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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487 MUO is a 2001 BMW M3 in Blue 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 487 MUO, 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 487 MUO registered?

487 MUO is a 2001 BMW M3, first registered on 29 November 2001.

Is 487 MUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for 487 MUO 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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