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B14 DYX

1995 BMW 3 Series

Green Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

153,567 mi
Last recorded153,567 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 1995 BMW 3 Series116,940 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB14 DYX
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 153,567 miles

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 9 Oct 2024 152,547 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge slightly worn (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge slightly worn (5.2.3 (e))

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 15 Sep 2023 151,417 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 13 Oct 2022 148,072 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 23 Nov 2021 146,453 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 4 Jan 2021 144,686 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 13 Jan 2020 141,462 miles

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 5 Jan 2019 136,256 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 6 Jan 2018 130,719 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides inner edges (4.1.E.1)

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 13 Jan 2017 122,516 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Jan 2016 195,054 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 102,662 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 104,012 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2008 100,909 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 21 Jan 2008 100,909 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2005 72,167 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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B14 DYX is a 1995 BMW 3 Series in Green with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1995 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 116,940 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 B14 DYX, 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 31 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 B14 DYX?

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What year was B14 DYX registered?

B14 DYX is a 1995 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is B14 DYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for B14 DYX 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.

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