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ARV 43V

1989 BMW 3 Series

Grey Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2015
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

153,532 mi
Last recorded153,532 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2014
Typical for 1989 BMW 3 Series123,356 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationARV 43V
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 12 Jun 2014 153,532 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 147,720 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 146,828 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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ARV 43V is a 1989 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 ARV 43V, 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 ARV 43V?

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What year was ARV 43V registered?

ARV 43V is a 1989 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 13 October 1989.

Is ARV 43V safe to buy?

The MOT history for ARV 43V shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ARV 43V have outstanding finance?

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