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325 FKF

1989 BMW 3 Series

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

139,812 mi
Last recorded139,812 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 1989 BMW 3 Series123,356 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration325 FKF
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 10 Sep 2025 139,812 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2024 139,784 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 139,727 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 139,492 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 139,225 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 139,204 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 138,796 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 138,547 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 138,433 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 138,297 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 138,173 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 137,964 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 137,772 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 137,308 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 136,777 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 135,717 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 135,717 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 133,116 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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325 FKF is a 1989 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 123,356 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 325 FKF, 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 37 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 325 FKF?

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What year was 325 FKF registered?

325 FKF is a 1989 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 9 August 1989.

Is 325 FKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for 325 FKF shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 325 FKF have outstanding finance?

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