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B897 GAU

1985 BMW 3 Series

Black Petrol 2315cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2007
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

115,768 mi
Last recorded115,768 miles
Recorded on3 May 2006
Typical for 1985 BMW 3 Series102,156 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB897 GAU
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,315cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 3 May 2006 115,768 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2005 115,419 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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B897 GAU is a 1985 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 2,315cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 102,156 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 B897 GAU, 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 41 years old, this BMW 3 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B897 GAU registered?

B897 GAU is a 1985 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 3 May 1985.

Is B897 GAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for B897 GAU shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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