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2001 BMW 3 Series 3.0L Petrol · GF51 RKO

GF51 RKO

2001 BMW 3 Series (3.0L, petrol). First registered 12 Oct 2001. Recorded mileage 88,245 miles. MOT valid until 27 Mar 2027.

Make & Model
BMW 3 SERIES
Year / Origin
2001 · Maidstone
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 27 Mar 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
88,245 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 3.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 27 Mar 2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2001
Engine
2979cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle currently holds a roadworthiness rating of PASS for the MOT, with no recorded defects or issues. The maintenance history is stable , indicating that the vehicle has maintained a consistent operational record since the last inspection. The most recent test on 2026-03-24 at 88,245 miles was passed with no defects, confirming that the engine, drivetrain, and suspension components have remained in good condition throughout the period. The mileage trend shows a relatively stable accumulation of 3,530 miles per year, which is consistent with a low-mileage vehicle. There are no significant gaps in the data, meaning the vehicle has not experienced periods of severe underutilization or rapid wear that would suggest a sudden mechanical failure. The clean record from 2026 to 2022 demonstrates that the vehicle has been maintained at a low frequency, avoiding the accumulation of consumables or structural damage that typically occurs with regular servicing. Given the clean and stable history, a buyer should inspect the vehicle in person to verify the absence of any structural integrity problems, such as corrosion, rust, or loose suspension components. While the engine and drivetrain are in good shape, the absence of defects in the MOT does not guarantee that the vehicle will remain safe or that no hidden issues exist. A thorough visual inspection of the chassis, suspension, and brakes is required to confirm that the vehicle is not merely mechanically sound but also safe to operate.
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GF51 RKO Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 24/03/2026
  • 88,245 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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GF51 RKO MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 16 May 2026, 02:04
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2001 BMW 3 Series (GF51 RKO) between March 2022 and March 2026.

The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.

No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

GF51 RKO Mileage History

  1. 17/03/202288,008 mi
  2. 10/03/202388,091 mi+83 mi
  3. 14/03/202488,176 mi+85 mi
  4. 28/03/202588,187 mi+11 mi
  5. 24/03/202688,245 mi+58 mi

Average of roughly 59 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
85
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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Valid MOT
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Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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