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D38 BBC

1987 BMW 316

Bronze Petrol 1766cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

19,767 mi
Last recorded19,767 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2011
Typical for 1987 BMW 316106,510 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD38 BBC
MakeBMW
Model316
Year1987
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,766cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2011 19,767 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2011 19,767 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 10 Feb 2010 19,762 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 19,760 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 19,757 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 19,751 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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D38 BBC is a 1987 BMW 316 in Bronze with a 1,766cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1987 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 106,510 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 D38 BBC, 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 39 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 D38 BBC?

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What year was D38 BBC registered?

D38 BBC is a 1987 BMW 316, first registered on 20 March 1987.

Is D38 BBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for D38 BBC shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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