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949 BRM

2000 BMW 3 Series

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

42,174 mi
Last recorded42,174 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 2000 BMW 3 Series99,282 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration949 BRM
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 42,174 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2024 41,732 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2023 41,282 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2022 40,140 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 13 Jul 2021 38,549 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Jul 2021 38,549 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2020 37,289 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 36,590 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 35,478 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear & front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2017 34,306 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 32,748 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 31,527 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 30,580 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 28,338 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 26,666 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 25,199 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 24,205 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 22,287 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 20,525 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 18,388 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 16,292 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 3 Series?

Based on 12,840,406 MOT tests across 1,004,285 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
6,672
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,004,285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 485,475
Brake pipe excessively corroded 323,327
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 253,205
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 185,099
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 182,360
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949 BRM is a 2000 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 2000 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 99,282 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 3 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 485,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 949 BRM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 3 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 26 years old, this BMW 3 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 949 BRM?

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What year was 949 BRM registered?

949 BRM is a 2000 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 4 August 2000.

Is 949 BRM safe to buy?

The MOT history for 949 BRM shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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