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6 DCT

1988 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

148,323 mi
Last recorded148,323 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 1988 BMW 3 Series118,461 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration6 DCT
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 9 Feb 2026 148,323 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2025 148,323 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2024 148,333 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2023 148,323 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 147,796 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2021 147,273 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 147,233 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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6 DCT is a 1988 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests 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 6 DCT, 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 6 DCT?

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What year was 6 DCT registered?

6 DCT is a 1988 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 11 August 1988.

Is 6 DCT safe to buy?

The MOT history for 6 DCT shows 7 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 6 DCT have outstanding finance?

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