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85301

1939 BMW 3 Series

Silver Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,972 mi
Last recorded13,972 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2005
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Vehicle Details

Registration85301
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1939
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 8 Aug 2005 13,972 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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85301 is a 1939 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 85301, 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 87 years old, this BMW 3 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of 85301?

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What year was 85301 registered?

85301 is a 1939 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 28 February 1939.

Is 85301 safe to buy?

The MOT history for 85301 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.

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