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C380 VLB

1986 BMW 316

Black Petrol 1766cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,668 mi
Last recorded60,668 miles
Recorded on10 May 2025
Typical for 1986 BMW 31696,184 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC380 VLB
MakeBMW
Model316
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,766cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 10 May 2025 60,668 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 60,572 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 60,568 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 60,564 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 60,550 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 60,547 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 60,434 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 316?

Based on 1,210,990 MOT tests across 108,989 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
5,781
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
108,989
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 71,150
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 70,761
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 45,241
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 39,617
parking brake recording little or no effort 33,703
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C380 VLB is a 1986 BMW 316 in Black with a 1,766cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 96,184 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 316 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 71,150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C380 VLB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 316 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 40 years old, this BMW 316 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C380 VLB?

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What year was C380 VLB registered?

C380 VLB is a 1986 BMW 316, first registered on 10 February 1986.

Is C380 VLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C380 VLB shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C380 VLB have outstanding finance?

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