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EA51 AWN

2000 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

156,408 mi
Last recorded156,408 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2016
Typical for 2000 BMW 3 Series99,282 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA51 AWN
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2016 156,408 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2016 156,408 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 151,115 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn low edges

Offside Front lower arm rear bush has slight play

both front flexy brake hoses perished

offside rear tyre worn low

oil leak

slight play steering rack inner joints

Fail 12 Sep 2015 151,115 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear most bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front tyre worn low edges

Offside Front lower arm rear bush has slight play

both front flexy brake hoses perished

offside rear tyre worn low

oil leak

slight play steering rack inner joints

Pass 2 Sep 2014 141,213 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 12 Sep 2013 137,063 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 129,146 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 119,242 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2010 104,367 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2008 83,232 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Nov 2008 83,232 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 66,124 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2006 59,456 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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EA51 AWN is a 2000 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 EA51 AWN, 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 EA51 AWN?

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What year was EA51 AWN registered?

EA51 AWN is a 2000 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is EA51 AWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA51 AWN shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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