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A19 UES

1996 BMW 3 Series

Blue Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2013
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

Typical for 1996 BMW 3 Series112,776 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA19 UES
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2012

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

Pass 27 May 2011 155,437 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2010 138,643 miles

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)

Fail 19 May 2010 138,643 miles

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.

Pass 8 Jun 2009 129,066 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2009 129,066 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 120,932 miles

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)

Fail 12 Jun 2008 120,932 miles

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)

Pass 15 Jun 2007 112,819 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2007 112,794 miles

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.

Pass 5 Jun 2006 97,006 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2005 85,284 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2005 85,284 miles

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)

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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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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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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?

The MOT history for A19 UES shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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