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AJ51 GYT

2001 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

107,886 mi
Last recorded107,886 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2019
Typical for 2001 BMW M382,992 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ51 GYT
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2019 107,886 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2018 107,821 miles

Front Brake imbalance 28%

Pass 15 Jun 2017 105,932 miles

Oil leak engine/rear diff ()

all brakes slight binding

Pass 15 Apr 2016 104,641 miles

rear brakes binding slightly

rear exhaust box mounting flanges corroded

Fail 1 Dec 2014 104,382 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2014 104,382 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 101,794 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 95,877 miles

Brake pad warning light active

Pass 13 Jul 2011 86,217 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 78,340 miles

all brake discs corroded

Pass 21 Apr 2009 69,714 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Fail 16 Apr 2009 69,617 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Pass 18 Jan 2008 56,958 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 44,364 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2007 44,364 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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AJ51 GYT 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 80%.

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 AJ51 GYT, 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 AJ51 GYT registered?

AJ51 GYT is a 2001 BMW M3, first registered on 19 October 2001.

Is AJ51 GYT safe to buy?

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