2001 BMW 3 Series 3.0L Petrol · LC51 XUR
2001 BMW 3 Series (3.0L, petrol). First registered 16 Nov 2001. Recorded mileage 92,213 miles. MOT expired on 27 Apr 2026.
- Make & Model
- BMW 3 SERIES
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Stanmore (North London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 27 Apr 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 92,213 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LC51 XUR Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 10/04/2026
- 92,213 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
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LC51 XUR MOT History
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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2001 BMW 3 Series (LC51 XUR) between August 2022 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 10 April 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
LC51 XUR Mileage History
- 31/08/202272,847 mi
- 31/08/202376,324 mi+3,477 mi
- 28/04/202585,104 mi+8,780 mi
- 10/04/202692,213 mi+7,109 mi
Average of roughly 5,367 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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
Expansion tanks, radiators, thermostats, and plastic-impeller-era water pumps fail with age. One overheating event can ruin the alloy straight-six.
- VANOS Seal WearModerate
The VANOS seals harden with age, flattening low-end torque and making the engine feel lethargic or uneven through the mid-range.
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