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A11 EHU

1999 BMW 3 Series

Black Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2017
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

134,072 mi
Last recorded134,072 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2016
Typical for 1999 BMW 3 Series102,120 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA11 EHU
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2016 134,072 miles

nsr tyre inner wall cracks

wipers smeary

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

eml on

naf bumper loose

Pass 21 Sep 2015 120,674 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

eml lamp on

oil leak

Fail 21 Sep 2015 120,674 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Front tyre worn

eml lamp on

oil leak

Pass 23 Sep 2014 118,037 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Mar 2007 105,555 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2007 105,541 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

airbag warning light is on

all four brake discs are corroded

brake warning light is on

object hanging from mirror (removed)

plastic underside of vehicle on nearside front is damaged and has been cable tied back into place.

slight play in offside steering rack recommend prompt attention

wheel alignment should be checked.

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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A11 EHU is a 1999 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A11 EHU, 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 A11 EHU?

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What year was A11 EHU registered?

A11 EHU is a 1999 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 9 July 1999.

Is A11 EHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A11 EHU shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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