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A16 HRP

1994 BMW 3 Series

Black Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

179,611 mi
Last recorded179,611 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2008
Typical for 1994 BMW 3 Series122,065 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 HRP
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2008 179,611 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 167,885 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 153,752 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2006 153,752 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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A16 HRP is a 1994 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1994 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 122,065 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 A16 HRP, 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 32 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 A16 HRP?

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What year was A16 HRP registered?

A16 HRP is a 1994 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 21 March 1994.

Is A16 HRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A16 HRP shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A16 HRP have outstanding finance?

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