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C184 WLB

1986 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2022
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

56,685 mi
Last recorded56,685 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2021
Typical for 1986 BMW 3 Series111,050 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC184 WLB
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2021 56,685 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Dec 2021 56,685 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Floor hole (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working Pipe split (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 Jan 2017 56,484 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Aug 2009 56,468 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Engine sump slighlt damaged

Fuel tank damaged

Nearside rear tyre fraying on outer edge

Temp rear view fitted

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 10 Aug 2009 56,468 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Engine sump slighlt damaged

Fuel tank damaged

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside rear tyre fraying on outer edge

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Temp rear view fitted

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 3 Mar 2008 56,174 miles

all brake discs poor condition

both front drop links poor condition

damage to o/s fuel tank

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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C184 WLB is a 1986 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 C184 WLB, 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 C184 WLB?

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What year was C184 WLB registered?

C184 WLB is a 1986 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 2 May 1986.

Is C184 WLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C184 WLB shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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