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M40 ADG

2000 BMW 3 Series

Silver Diesel 1951cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

155,020 mi
Last recorded155,020 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2014
Typical for 2000 BMW 3 Series99,282 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM40 ADG
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,951cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2014 155,020 miles

Brake pad warning light on

Engine oil leak

Engine oil warning light on

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

N/S/F bumper corner

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 6 Nov 2014 155,017 miles

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

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

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

Brake pad warning light on

Engine oil leak

Engine oil warning light on

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

N/S/F bumper corner

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Nov 2013 143,228 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 253,803 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 244,860 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2011 244,860 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 7 Jul 2010 229,370 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 218,933 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 191,299 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 158,359 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 128,448 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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M40 ADG is a 2000 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 1,951cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 M40 ADG, 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 M40 ADG registered?

M40 ADG is a 2000 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 13 June 2000.

Is M40 ADG safe to buy?

The MOT history for M40 ADG shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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