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T71 MLB

1999 BMW 3 Series

Silver Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2015
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

181,001 mi
Last recorded181,001 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2014
Typical for 1999 BMW 3 Series102,120 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT71 MLB
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 17 Dec 2014 181,001 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 172,100 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 6 Oct 2012 155,992 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 140,582 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 125,394 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 108,919 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 92,099 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 83,733 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 74,040 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 MLB is a 1999 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MLB, 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 MLB?

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What year was T71 MLB registered?

T71 MLB is a 1999 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is T71 MLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for T71 MLB shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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