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A8 CUE

1989 BMW 3 Series

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

166,448 mi
Last recorded166,448 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2021
Typical for 1989 BMW 3 Series123,356 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 CUE
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2021 166,448 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 163,996 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2018 163,268 miles

All 4 tyres slightly deteriated

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 24 Jul 2017 158,521 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 157,387 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 155,889 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 155,359 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 155,325 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2013 155,325 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

extra exhaust bracket fitted

side skirts insecure

Pass 3 Apr 2009 155,251 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 155,139 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 147,652 miles

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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A8 CUE is a 1989 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 A8 CUE, 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

How do I check the history of A8 CUE?

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What year was A8 CUE registered?

A8 CUE is a 1989 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is A8 CUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 CUE shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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