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EK51 YZA

2000 BMW 3 Series

Blue Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

144,469 mi
Last recorded144,469 miles
Recorded on1 May 2019
Typical for 2000 BMW 3 Series99,282 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK51 YZA
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2019 144,469 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 138,428 miles

Rear both rear tyres near limit

Rear rust starting on rear brake pipe

Pass 22 Mar 2017 129,861 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 122,107 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 112,482 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 95,890 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 79,947 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2012 72,268 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 2 Mar 2012 72,268 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 68,212 miles

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

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

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

o/s/f spotlamp broken

Pass 2 Nov 2009 63,176 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2009 63,176 miles

Front Front passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Front Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

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

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 3 Nov 2008 54,855 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2007 48,198 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 41,290 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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EK51 YZA is a 2000 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 EK51 YZA, 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

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What year was EK51 YZA registered?

EK51 YZA is a 2000 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is EK51 YZA safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK51 YZA shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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