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D424 WGX

1986 BMW 3 Series

White Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

41,024 mi
Last recorded41,024 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2026
Typical for 1986 BMW 3 Series111,050 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD424 WGX
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2026 41,024 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2025 41,022 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2024 41,006 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 41,003 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 40,960 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 40,914 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 40,883 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 40,867 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 40,862 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2018 40,860 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2017 40,853 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 40,844 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 40,819 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 40,812 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 40,795 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 40,774 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 40,757 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 40,740 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 40,231 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 39,522 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 38,422 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 36,239 miles

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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D424 WGX is a 1986 BMW 3 Series in White with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 D424 WGX, 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 D424 WGX?

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What year was D424 WGX registered?

D424 WGX is a 1986 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 5 August 1986.

Is D424 WGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for D424 WGX shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does D424 WGX have outstanding finance?

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