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W126 VEB

2000 BMW 316

Silver Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

111,226 mi
Last recorded111,226 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2015
Typical for 2000 BMW 31692,172 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW126 VEB
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2015 111,226 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 103,615 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 93,915 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

minor surface corrosion starting on sill at drivers door opening

Fail 11 Jul 2012 83,985 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Jul 2012 83,985 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2011 73,807 miles

hand brake lever travel high

surface corrosion on metal brake pipe at junction with left hand rear flexible hose

Fail 13 Jul 2011 73,807 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

engine managment light on

hand brake lever travel high

surface corrosion on metal brake pipe at junction with left hand rear flexible hose

Pass 6 May 2010 66,666 miles

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

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

Pass 26 May 2009 63,968 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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 30 May 2008 60,436 miles

left hand rear tyre worn to 3mm(advice replacment soon)

rear brake pads worn low (advice replacment very soon)

surface corrosion noted on metal brake pipe at junction with left hand rear flexible hose (advice to monitor)

Pass 1 Jun 2007 54,289 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 47,133 miles
Fail 30 May 2006 47,133 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

How Reliable is the BMW 316?

Based on 1,210,990 MOT tests across 108,989 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
5,781
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
108,989
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 71,150
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 70,761
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 45,241
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 39,617
parking brake recording little or no effort 33,703
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W126 VEB is a 2000 BMW 316 in Silver with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2000 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 92,172 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 316 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 71,150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W126 VEB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 316 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 26 years old, this BMW 316 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of W126 VEB?

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What year was W126 VEB registered?

W126 VEB is a 2000 BMW 316, first registered on 9 June 2000.

Is W126 VEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for W126 VEB shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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