2001 BMW M33.2L Petrol
Vehicle Insight Summary
BMW M3 (2001, Petrol, 3246cc) — mileage recorded at 150,036. MOT status: not recorded. Road tax: not taxed. Check full history before buying.
- Fuel
- Petrol
- Year
- 2001
- Engine
- 3246cc
Public MOT Roadworthiness vs. Experian Title Verification
MOT Roadworthiness Score: Average.
This score reflects recorded MOT passes and advisory patterns from official government data. However, a roadworthy car can still have £15,000 of unpaid finance debt, a total-loss write-off marker, or a police theft report.
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Technical Specifications
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Full MOT History
Checking the history for this 2001 BMW M3 (Y412 FBA), we found 2 MOT results in the period of August 2024 to July 2025.
Historically, this vehicle has passed 100% of its MOT tests, totaling 2 passes against 0 fails. The car boasts an impressive record, which typically reflects a conscientious ownership history.
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Common Problems: BMW M3
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Cooling System Overhaul (E36 / E46)(Serious)
Older M3s share BMW's habit of treating expansion tanks, radiators, hoses, and water pumps as consumables. Overheating one can quickly become an engine rebuild conversation.
- Rear Subframe / Floor Cracking(Serious)
The rear floor can crack around the subframe mounts on hard-driven cars, especially E46 M3s. Proper reinforcement is the lasting fix.
- Rod Bearing Wear(Serious)
S54 and S65 cars are well known for rod-bearing wear, especially if oil changes have been stretched or the cars have seen regular track use. Left too long, the engine can destroy itself.
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