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BMW 48L

1986 BMW 3 Series

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

154,595 mi
Last recorded154,595 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 1986 BMW 3 Series111,050 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBMW 48L
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 1 Jun 2026 154,595 miles
Pass 27 May 2025 154,103 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2024 153,181 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 152,898 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 152,382 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 151,545 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 150,532 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 150,111 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 149,744 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 148,809 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 146,604 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 144,868 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 144,486 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 142,570 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 141,027 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2008 138,613 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 135,856 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 132,713 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2005 128,610 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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BMW 48L is a 1986 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 111,050 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 BMW 48L, 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 40 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 BMW 48L?

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What year was BMW 48L registered?

BMW 48L is a 1986 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 11 November 1986.

Is BMW 48L safe to buy?

The MOT history for BMW 48L shows 19 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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