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X342 UYX

2000 BMW 540

Blue Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

41,145 mi
Last recorded41,145 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2000 BMW 540104,973 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX342 UYX
MakeBMW
Model540
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 41,145 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 33,320 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 33,264 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 33,107 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both front headlamps. (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 18 Dec 2020 32,920 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2019 31,220 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 30,850 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2017 30,112 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 25,886 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 22,163 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 22,105 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2013 20,568 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 17,950 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2011 16,396 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Oct 2011 16,396 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 Oct 2010 13,922 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 9,473 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 5,239 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 1,314 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 1,276 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2007 1,276 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

How Reliable is the BMW 540?

Based on 50,016 MOT tests across 4,152 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
4,801
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
4,152
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,881
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,341
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,599
parking brake recording little or no effort 1,360
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,334
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X342 UYX is a 2000 BMW 540 in Blue with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2000 BMW 540 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 104,973 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 540 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 2,881 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X342 UYX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 540 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 26 years old, this BMW 540 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of X342 UYX?

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What year was X342 UYX registered?

X342 UYX is a 2000 BMW 540, first registered on 20 October 2000.

Is X342 UYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for X342 UYX shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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