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C8 DAT

2001 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

162,728 mi
Last recorded162,728 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW M382,992 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC8 DAT
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 162,728 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2025 159,205 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall (225/40/19, 93Y) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Jul 2025 159,204 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall (225/40/19, 93Y) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Mar 2024 159,692 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2023 159,582 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2022 158,414 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2021 155,093 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2021 155,093 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 149,584 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 143,029 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 140,834 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 139,483 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 132,176 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2013 129,046 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2012 118,749 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 105,090 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 97,308 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 91,771 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 88,296 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2008 88,296 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 14 Jul 2007 76,854 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Fail 11 Jul 2007 76,764 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 20 Jul 2006 67,051 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2005 59,621 miles

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

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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C8 DAT is a 2001 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 C8 DAT, 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 C8 DAT registered?

C8 DAT is a 2001 BMW M3, first registered on 18 June 2001.

Is C8 DAT safe to buy?

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