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W69 WHJ

2000 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2021
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

91,176 mi
Last recorded91,176 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2020
Typical for 2000 BMW 3 Series99,282 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW69 WHJ
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2020 91,176 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2019 90,887 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 90,306 miles

both front tyres cracks in outer walls

Pass 27 Nov 2017 89,696 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2017 89,696 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Nov 2016 88,981 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2016 88,981 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Dec 2015 88,325 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2014 87,283 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 2 Dec 2014 87,283 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 86,509 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2012 85,785 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2011 85,018 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 85,010 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 83,720 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2009 83,654 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)

Pass 22 Aug 2008 81,462 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2007 77,834 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2007 77,804 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Sep 2006 68,534 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2006 68,468 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 9 Sep 2005 54,961 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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W69 WHJ is a 2000 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 W69 WHJ, 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 W69 WHJ registered?

W69 WHJ is a 2000 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W69 WHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for W69 WHJ shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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