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T71 KGF

1999 BMW 3 Series

Grey Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

69,781 mi
Last recorded69,781 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 1999 BMW 3 Series102,120 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT71 KGF
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 69,781 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Oct 2024 69,413 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2023 66,652 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 65,601 miles

Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 64,817 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 64,504 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 63,782 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 62,365 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 61,805 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 61,585 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 61,083 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 58,391 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 56,182 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 52,325 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2012 52,320 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 23 May 2011 50,403 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 47,715 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 43,743 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 37,863 miles
Fail 19 May 2008 37,863 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 16 May 2007 34,435 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 30,831 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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T71 KGF is a 1999 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1999 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 102,120 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 T71 KGF, 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 27 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 T71 KGF?

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What year was T71 KGF registered?

T71 KGF is a 1999 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 28 May 1999.

Is T71 KGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for T71 KGF 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.

Does T71 KGF have outstanding finance?

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