MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
160,459 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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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
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
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
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Nearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
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)
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)
play in steering rack near side
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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.
Is A19 MTB safe to buy?
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