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L3 JNW

2000 BMW 3 Series

Silver Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

166,567 mi
Last recorded166,567 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2019
Typical for 2000 BMW 3 Series99,282 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL3 JNW
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2019 166,567 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

slight blue smoke from exhaust on idle and accelerating

Fail 13 Mar 2019 166,567 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached locking bolt loose (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

slight blue smoke from exhaust on idle and accelerating

Pass 12 Mar 2018 153,752 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 24 Sep 2014 120,628 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 24 Sep 2014 120,628 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Nearside Inner Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 30 Sep 2013 110,082 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 104,100 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2011 99,498 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2010 93,150 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 87,500 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 86,320 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2007 85,405 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2006 75,709 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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L3 JNW is a 2000 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 L3 JNW, 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 L3 JNW registered?

L3 JNW is a 2000 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 1 May 2000.

Is L3 JNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for L3 JNW shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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