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A12 KXN

2000 BMW 3 Series

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

126,575 mi
Last recorded126,575 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2017
Typical for 2000 BMW 3 Series99,282 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA12 KXN
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2017 126,575 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both side (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Pass 28 Sep 2016 119,125 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 109,947 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 101,470 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 5 Sep 2014 101,466 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Apr 2013 98,263 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 94,738 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 90,976 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 86,650 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2009 72,934 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2008 72,930 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Jan 2008 69,285 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

slight play in both inner rack joints

Pass 18 May 2007 66,376 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 56,027 miles
Fail 15 May 2006 56,027 miles

Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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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A12 KXN is a 2000 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 A12 KXN, 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

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What year was A12 KXN registered?

A12 KXN is a 2000 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 26 May 2000.

Is A12 KXN safe to buy?

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