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BWC 758X

1982 BMW 3 Series

Green Petrol 2315cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

157,569 mi
Last recorded157,569 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 1982 BMW 3 Series93,094 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBWC 758X
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,315cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 157,569 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2025 157,518 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 157,309 miles

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

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2020 156,992 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 156,636 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 156,202 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2018 156,197 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

speedo o ring leaking gearbox oil

Pass 14 Jul 2017 154,750 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 153,428 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 152,955 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Aug 2011 152,700 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2011 152,700 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Aug 2010 150,900 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2010 150,900 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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BWC 758X is a 1982 BMW 3 Series in Green with a 2,315cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1982 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 93,094 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 BWC 758X, 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 44 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 BWC 758X registered?

BWC 758X is a 1982 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 1 March 1982.

Is BWC 758X safe to buy?

The MOT history for BWC 758X shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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