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18 DLN

1988 BMW 3 Series

Red Petrol 1766cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2014
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

98,023 mi
Last recorded98,023 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2013
Typical for 1988 BMW 3 Series118,461 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration18 DLN
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,766cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 10 Aug 2013 98,023 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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18 DLN is a 1988 BMW 3 Series in Red with a 1,766cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 118,461 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 18 DLN, 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 38 years old, this BMW 3 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 18 DLN?

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What year was 18 DLN registered?

18 DLN is a 1988 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 25 February 1988.

Is 18 DLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for 18 DLN shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 18 DLN have outstanding finance?

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