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A56 NDU

1996 BMW M3

Purple Petrol 3201cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2023
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

59,106 mi
Last recorded59,106 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2022
Typical for 1996 BMW M3100,666 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA56 NDU
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,201cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2022 59,106 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 59,098 miles

Under tray covers fitted

Pass 27 Nov 2020 59,002 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 58,540 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 29 Nov 2018 57,238 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 54,022 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner faces rusty (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Fail 6 Nov 2017 54,022 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner faces rusty (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 15 Aug 2013 53,711 miles

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

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 50,152 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2012 50,152 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Nov 2008 48,487 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 46,706 miles

How Reliable is the BMW M3?

Based on 440,678 MOT tests across 34,038 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
3,682
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
34,038
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,421
Brake pipe excessively corroded 7,386
coil spring incomplete 5,157
coil spring fractured 4,494
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,944
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A56 NDU is a 1996 BMW M3 in Purple with a 3,201cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1996 BMW M3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 100,666 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW M3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,421 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A56 NDU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW M3 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 30 years old, this BMW M3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A56 NDU registered?

A56 NDU is a 1996 BMW M3, first registered on 24 May 1996.

Is A56 NDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A56 NDU 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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