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B995 UAT

1985 BMW 3 Series

Green Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2021
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

76,177 mi
Last recorded76,177 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2020
Typical for 1985 BMW 3 Series102,156 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB995 UAT
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1985
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 9 Jan 2020 76,177 miles

Nearside Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill and floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill and floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2014 75,669 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 75,564 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Sep 2011 75,513 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 75,404 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2007 119,269 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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B995 UAT is a 1985 BMW 3 Series in Green with a 2,316cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 B995 UAT, 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 B995 UAT registered?

B995 UAT is a 1985 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 12 March 1985.

Is B995 UAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for B995 UAT shows 6 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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