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A18 KNC

2003 BMW 3 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

97,297 mi
Last recorded97,297 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 BMW 3 Series87,452 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 KNC
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Fail 1 Nov 2017 97,297 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Lower coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Lower coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 26 Nov 2016 89,318 miles

Rear both tyres are feathering

engine covers fitted

under covers fitted

Pass 5 Nov 2015 88,334 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 86,927 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 86,019 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2013 86,013 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Nov 2012 84,317 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2012 84,314 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Nov 2011 83,471 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 81,920 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 80,331 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 75,742 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 62,020 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 49,357 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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A18 KNC is a 2003 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2003 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 87,452 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 A18 KNC, 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 23 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 A18 KNC registered?

A18 KNC is a 2003 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is A18 KNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A18 KNC shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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