2001 BMW 3 Series 2.2L Petrol · EY51 FEX
2001 BMW 3 Series (2.2L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2001. Recorded mileage 141,739 miles. MOT valid until 23 Jul 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- BMW 3 SERIES
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 141,739 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
EY51 FEX Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 25/07/2026
- 141,739 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
EY51 FEX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2001 BMW 3 Series (EY51 FEX) between October 2022 and July 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 25 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (3 issues), Steering (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
EY51 FEX Mileage History
- 31/10/2022164,201 mi
- 28/03/2024165,350 mi+1,149 mi
- 25/07/2026141,739 mi-23,611 mi
- 25/07/2026141,739 mi
Average of roughly -6,021 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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