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A11 VBB

1985 BMW 3 Series

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests23 (22 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.7%

Mileage

137,149 mi
Last recorded137,149 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 1985 BMW 3 Series102,156 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA11 VBB
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

22 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 137,149 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2025 137,137 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 137,105 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 137,095 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2022 137,069 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2021 137,063 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 137,060 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 136,532 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 134,892 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 133,743 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 131,482 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 129,464 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 127,429 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 125,523 miles

Offside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 123,015 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 121,135 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2011 121,135 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 18 Jun 2010 119,427 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 117,347 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 116,509 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 18 Jun 2007 115,402 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 114,614 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2005 113,315 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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A11 VBB is a 1985 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.7%.

Across all 1985 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 102,156 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 A11 VBB, 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 41 years old, this BMW 3 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A11 VBB registered?

A11 VBB is a 1985 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 1 November 1985.

Is A11 VBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A11 VBB shows 23 tests with a 95.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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