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BML 966T

1979 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2017
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

92,256 mi
Last recorded92,256 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2016
Typical for 1979 BMW 3 Series81,847 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBML 966T
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 26 Apr 2016 92,256 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Body has slight corrosion inner sill in car (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion flooring in boot (6.1.B.2)

Pass 15 May 2015 92,240 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 19 May 2014 92,162 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 15 May 2013 92,033 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 91,386 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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BML 966T is a 1979 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 81,847 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 BML 966T, 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 47 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 BML 966T registered?

BML 966T is a 1979 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 1 January 1979.

Is BML 966T safe to buy?

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