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A15 SPN

1999 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2011
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

85,404 mi
Last recorded85,404 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2010
Typical for 1999 BMW 3 Series102,120 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA15 SPN
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2010 85,404 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2010 85,404 miles

Offside Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a) DANGEROUS

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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A15 SPN is a 1999 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 A15 SPN, 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 A15 SPN?

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What year was A15 SPN registered?

A15 SPN is a 1999 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 19 March 1999.

Is A15 SPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for A15 SPN shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A15 SPN have outstanding finance?

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