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E3 OOJ

2000 BMW 3 Series

Silver Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

119,720 mi
Last recorded119,720 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2016
Typical for 2000 BMW 3 Series99,282 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE3 OOJ
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2016 119,720 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged on bead (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged on bead (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 2 Aug 2016 119,719 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement [d] bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged on bead (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged on bead (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 12 Aug 2015 116,835 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2014 113,351 miles
Fail 2 May 2014 113,351 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 17 May 2013 112,687 miles

Exhaust starting to detiorate in places

underside of the vehicle started to corrode in places requires wax oil

Fail 16 May 2013 112,687 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Exhaust starting to detiorate in places

underside of the vehicle started to corrode in places requires wax oil

Pass 12 May 2012 111,127 miles
Fail 11 May 2012 111,125 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2011 107,436 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 103,302 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 100,072 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 96,747 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 92,035 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 84,822 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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E3 OOJ is a 2000 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 E3 OOJ, 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 E3 OOJ?

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What year was E3 OOJ registered?

E3 OOJ is a 2000 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 27 September 2000.

Is E3 OOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for E3 OOJ shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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