MOT Status
ValidMileage
51,273 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Brake performance unable to be tested leak (1.2.1 (g))
Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))
Nearside Front Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))
Offside Front Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))
Offside Front Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
How Reliable is the BMW 3 Series?
Based on 12,840,406 MOT tests across 1,004,285 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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AYB 255S is a 1978 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1978 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 73,526 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 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 AYB 255S, 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 48 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 AYB 255S?
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What year was AYB 255S registered?
AYB 255S is a 1978 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 31 December 1978.
Is AYB 255S safe to buy?
The MOT history for AYB 255S shows 3 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 AYB 255S have outstanding finance?
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