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A19 MTB

1985 BMW 3 Series

Black Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

160,459 mi
Last recorded160,459 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2021
Typical for 1985 BMW 3 Series102,156 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA19 MTB
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2021 160,459 miles

Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed door strap weak (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

exhaust system corroded

leaks around steering hoses and pipes/seals

n/s/r inner sill corroded

nearside rear outer wheel arch has corrosion bubbles

o/s/f and n/s/f sun roof area has corrosion bubbles (thumb pressure)

rear differential has a seal leak

underside of vehicle sprayed with underseal

Pass 22 Apr 2020 159,895 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 158,471 miles

Front both side front old sill repairs

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

Rear both side rear old sill repairs

under body surface slight corroded front and rear

Fail 19 Apr 2019 158,445 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced both side (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced both side (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

under body surface slight corroded front and rear

Pass 4 May 2018 156,304 miles
Fail 4 May 2018 156,304 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Apr 2017 156,225 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2017 156,225 miles

Nearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2016 155,336 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 155,186 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2011 155,177 miles

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 30 Oct 2010 155,081 miles

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Sep 2009 155,043 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 154,583 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 154,260 miles

play in steering rack near side

Pass 8 Sep 2006 151,001 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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A19 MTB is a 1985 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 A19 MTB, 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.

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What year was A19 MTB registered?

A19 MTB is a 1985 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 1 November 1985.

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