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C615 BYX

1985 BMW 3 Series

Black Petrol 1766cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

89,773 mi
Last recorded89,773 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2019
Typical for 1985 BMW 3 Series102,156 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC615 BYX
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,766cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2019 89,773 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 88,739 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 88,113 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 87,462 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 86,671 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 85,984 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 85,172 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 83,937 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 83,002 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 89,123 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 87,451 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 86,633 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 85,034 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 81,530 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2006 81,530 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.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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C615 BYX is a 1985 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 1,766cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1985 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 102,156 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 C615 BYX, 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 41 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 C615 BYX?

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What year was C615 BYX registered?

C615 BYX is a 1985 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 2 September 1985.

Is C615 BYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for C615 BYX shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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