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AFK 312X

1981 BMW 3 Series

Silver Petrol 2315cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

46,208 mi
Last recorded46,208 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 1981 BMW 3 Series97,200 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFK 312X
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,315cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 46,208 miles

Nearside Front Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2024 45,525 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2024 45,525 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2023 44,768 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 44,290 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 44,128 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 43,844 miles

Vehicle using non standard suspension

Pass 15 Jun 2018 43,769 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 43,499 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 43,131 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 42,658 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 41,644 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 40,216 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 38,992 miles

age cracks too all road tyres

Pass 14 Jun 2011 38,613 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2005 38,802 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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AFK 312X is a 1981 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 2,315cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1981 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 97,200 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 AFK 312X, 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 45 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 AFK 312X?

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What year was AFK 312X registered?

AFK 312X is a 1981 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is AFK 312X safe to buy?

The MOT history for AFK 312X shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AFK 312X have outstanding finance?

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