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C179 KTH

1986 BMW 3 Series

White Diesel 2315cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2008
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

130,283 mi
Last recorded130,283 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2007
Typical for 1986 BMW 3 Series111,050 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC179 KTH
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,315cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 30 Mar 2007 130,283 miles

Heavy surface corrosion underneath vehicle, play in n/s steering rack tie rod, fuel vent pipe cover behind o/s/r wheel corroded

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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C179 KTH is a 1986 BMW 3 Series in White with a 2,315cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test 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 C179 KTH, 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

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What year was C179 KTH registered?

C179 KTH is a 1986 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C179 KTH safe to buy?

The MOT history for C179 KTH shows 1 test 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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