2001 BMW 3 Series 2.5L Petrol · MM51 YEF
2001 BMW 3 Series (2.5L, petrol). First registered 26 Oct 2001. Recorded mileage 136,207 miles. MOT expired on 02 Oct 2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- BMW 3 SERIES
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 02 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 136,207 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.5L
- 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.
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MM51 YEF Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 04/10/2025
- 136,207 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MM51 YEF MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2001 BMW 3 Series (MM51 YEF) between September 2022 and October 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 7 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 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.
MM51 YEF Mileage History
- 29/09/2022130,972 mi
- 03/10/2024136,061 mi+5,089 mi
- 04/10/2025136,207 mi+146 mi
Average of roughly 1,737 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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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