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Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)
Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
corrosion on o/s sill
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
f/o/s/fog light lens broken
front brake pads look low
handbrake cable bracket o/s/r badly corroded
plastic sill covers fitted
CORROSION BECOMING ESTABLISHED TO VARIOUS PARTS OF BODY/METAL BRAKE PIPES-WILL REQUIRE ATTENTION IN NEAR FUTURE.
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
CORROSION BECOMING ESTABLISHED TO VARIOUS PARTS OF BODY/METAL BRAKE PIPES-WILL REQUIRE ATTENTION IN NEAR FUTURE.
Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Exhaust Heat Sheild Insecure(Hanging Down At Rear End).
N/S/R Indicator,Light Output Is Dull.
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
Exhaust Heat Sheild Insecure(Hanging Down At Rear End).
N/S/F Brake Pad Warning Sensor,Not Fitted To Brake Pad.
N/S/R Indicator,Light Output Is Dull.
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)
Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
N/S/F Brake Pad Warning Sensor Is Not Connected To Pad+Wire Appears To Be Broken.
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
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A19 UES is a 1996 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.
Across all 1996 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 112,776 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 A19 UES, 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 30 years old, this BMW 3 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was A19 UES registered?
A19 UES is a 1996 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 1 August 1996.
Is A19 UES safe to buy?
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