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A3 CTE

2000 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2024
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

78,133 mi
Last recorded78,133 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2023
Typical for 2000 BMW 3 Series99,282 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 CTE
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2023 78,133 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Nov 2023 78,133 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Oct 2023 78,198 miles

Nearside Rear Headlamp reflector missing (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2022 78,137 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 77,082 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 15 Sep 2021 77,077 miles

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH FRONT (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Aug 2020 75,759 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 74,222 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 174,198 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 69,197 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 63,502 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 58,692 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2015 52,709 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 47,395 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2014 47,395 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2013 41,948 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 36,420 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 32,755 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 31,847 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2009 30,043 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Sep 2009 30,043 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 27,578 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 26,133 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 21,790 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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A3 CTE is a 2000 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 A3 CTE, 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 A3 CTE?

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What year was A3 CTE registered?

A3 CTE is a 2000 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 8 March 2000.

Is A3 CTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 CTE shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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