2001 BMW 3 Series 2.5L Petrol · KL51 JVZ
2001 BMW 3 Series (2.5L, petrol). First registered 15 Oct 2001. Recorded mileage 55,604 miles. MOT expired on 16 Mar 2024.
- Make & Model
- BMW 3 SERIES
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Borehamwood (Luton)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 16 Mar 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 55,604 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KL51 JVZ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 26/02/2024
- 55,604 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KL51 JVZ MOT History
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 (KL51 JVZ) between November 2021 and February 2024.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 26 February 2024 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
KL51 JVZ Mileage History
- 27/11/202150,953 mi
- 08/02/202250,972 mi+19 mi
- 08/03/202353,051 mi+2,079 mi
- 17/03/202353,053 mi+2 mi
- 26/02/202455,604 mi+2,551 mi
Average of roughly 2,069 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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- Rear Subframe CrackingSerious
The rear floor can tear where the subframe mounts attach to the shell, especially on early cars and six-cylinder manuals. Ignoring it risks major structural damage.
- Cooling System OverhaulSerious
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- VANOS Seal WearModerate
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