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A7 EVO

1989 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 2302cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2013
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

31,035 mi
Last recorded31,035 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2012
Typical for 1989 BMW M3136,600 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA7 EVO
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,302cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2012 31,035 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 30,986 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 30,810 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2007 30,810 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 3 May 2006 30,712 miles
Fail 2 May 2006 30,703 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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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A7 EVO is a 1989 BMW M3 in Blue with a 2,302cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1989 BMW M3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 136,600 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A7 EVO, 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 37 years old, this BMW M3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A7 EVO?

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What year was A7 EVO registered?

A7 EVO is a 1989 BMW M3, first registered on 1 April 1989.

Is A7 EVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for A7 EVO shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A7 EVO have outstanding finance?

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