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KYR 1L

2000 BMW 3 Series

Yellow Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

82,381 mi
Last recorded82,381 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2000 BMW 3 Series99,282 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKYR 1L
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 82,381 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2024 81,828 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 81,805 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2024 81,805 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 80,865 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Apr 2023 80,864 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2022 79,247 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 77,458 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 75,792 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2019 69,898 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 64,390 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 62,763 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 59,249 miles

offside rear child seat fitted - unable to fully test adult belt

Pass 26 Mar 2015 56,540 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 53,757 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 50,589 miles

offside rear tyre perishing and starting to crack

rear tyres worn tread

Pass 9 Mar 2012 49,033 miles

offside rear tyre perishing and cracking slightly

Pass 22 Mar 2011 45,537 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 43,250 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 41,111 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 37,466 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 35,766 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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KYR 1L is a 2000 BMW 3 Series in Yellow with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 KYR 1L, 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 KYR 1L?

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What year was KYR 1L registered?

KYR 1L is a 2000 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 10 August 2000.

Is KYR 1L safe to buy?

The MOT history for KYR 1L shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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