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ExpiredMileage
124,812 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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B837 TEC is a 1985 BMW 316 in Red with a 1,767cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.
Across all 1985 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 79,282 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a BMW 316 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 71,150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B837 TEC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The BMW 316 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 41 years old, this BMW 316 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was B837 TEC registered?
B837 TEC is a 1985 BMW 316, first registered on 31 December 1985.
Is B837 TEC safe to buy?
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