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A1 UFH

1989 BMW 3 Series

Grey Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2015
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

98,912 mi
Last recorded98,912 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2014
Typical for 1989 BMW 3 Series123,356 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA1 UFH
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 5 Jun 2014 98,912 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 98,826 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 98,753 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 98,703 miles

both rear tyres cracked on outer sidewalls

Pass 12 Jun 2009 96,790 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 95,813 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 95,713 miles

Propshaft component defective

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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A1 UFH is a 1989 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 123,356 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 A1 UFH, 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 37 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 A1 UFH registered?

A1 UFH is a 1989 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 18 January 1989.

Is A1 UFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for A1 UFH shows 7 tests 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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