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A8 TEO

2000 BMW 3 Series

Silver Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

45,528 mi
Last recorded45,528 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2000 BMW 3 Series99,282 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 TEO
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 45,528 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 45,455 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 45,255 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 44,878 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 44,733 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 44,578 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 44,369 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 43,895 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 43,126 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 42,398 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 41,393 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 39,737 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 38,742 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 37,361 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 35,953 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 34,437 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2010 34,437 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 27 Apr 2009 33,451 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 32,311 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 30,614 miles

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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A8 TEO is a 2000 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 2000 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 99,282 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 A8 TEO, 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 26 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 A8 TEO?

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What year was A8 TEO registered?

A8 TEO is a 2000 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 13 May 2000.

Is A8 TEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 TEO shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A8 TEO have outstanding finance?

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