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A532 HNR

1984 BMW 3 Series

Black Petrol 1766cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

106,107 mi
Last recorded106,107 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2024
Typical for 1984 BMW 3 Series100,114 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA532 HNR
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,766cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2024 106,107 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

road legal slicks fitted

Pass 24 Jul 2023 105,347 miles
Pass 28 May 2022 105,040 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both fronts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2020 104,857 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 18 May 2020 104,857 miles

Central Front Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Near side rear under pannel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced off side rear under pannel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 104,017 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 99,767 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 93,318 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2008 77,638 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2008 77,637 miles

Front registration plate letter/figure missing (6.3.1c)

Pass 15 May 2007 74,964 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

fuel hose from pump on n/s weak --should be replaced

lower reading on o/s hand brake

Pass 23 May 2006 72,174 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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A532 HNR is a 1984 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 1,766cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1984 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 100,114 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 A532 HNR, 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 42 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 A532 HNR registered?

A532 HNR is a 1984 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A532 HNR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A532 HNR shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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