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X996 AEU

2000 BMW F Series

White Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

20,633 mi
Last recorded20,633 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 2000 BMW F Series22,573 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX996 AEU
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2026 20,633 miles
Pass 25 May 2024 20,129 miles

Offside Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 May 2023 18,817 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 May 2022 18,020 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2021 16,963 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2021 16,963 miles

Nearside Front Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Pass 14 Mar 2020 15,879 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 15,084 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 14,762 miles

Both brake Fluid Reservoir's Low

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 1 Jul 2014 14,559 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 14,368 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 7 Oct 2011 11,802 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly misaligned (2.3.1)

Pass 22 Mar 2010 9,233 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 17 Mar 2010 9,206 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 2 Feb 2009 6,445 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 4,687 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2006 4,038 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 Dec 2005 3,803 miles

How Reliable is the BMW F Series?

Based on 92,321 MOT tests across 8,598 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
1,110
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
8,598
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 651
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 616
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 570
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 310
Horn not working 299
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X996 AEU is a 2000 BMW F Series in White with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2000 BMW F Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 22,573 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW F Series fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 651 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X996 AEU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW F Series typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 26 years old, this BMW F Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X996 AEU registered?

X996 AEU is a 2000 BMW F Series, first registered on 21 September 2000.

Is X996 AEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for X996 AEU shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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