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A3 EOF

1999 BMW 5 Series

Green Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

65,565 mi
Last recorded65,565 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2008
Typical for 1999 BMW 5 Series121,931 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 EOF
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 17 Jun 2008 65,565 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 577,483 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 46,840 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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A3 EOF is a 1999 BMW 5 Series in Green with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1999 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 121,931 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A3 EOF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 27 years old, this BMW 5 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A3 EOF?

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What year was A3 EOF registered?

A3 EOF is a 1999 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 28 July 1999.

Is A3 EOF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 EOF shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A3 EOF have outstanding finance?

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