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D62 OTA

1986 BMW 3 Series

White Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

5,291 mi
Last recorded5,291 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2026
Typical for 1986 BMW 3 Series111,050 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD62 OTA
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2026 5,291 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2025 5,145 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 4,244 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2024 4,206 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Jan 2023 2,957 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2021 2,905 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 2,790 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 2,554 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 2,207 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 2,041 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 1,634 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 1,043 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 872 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 3 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 99,008 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2008

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting nut missing (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Sep 2007 107,486 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 107,259 miles

brake pipes and unions

engine water leak

pedal travel?

under body surface corrosion

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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D62 OTA is a 1986 BMW 3 Series in White with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 D62 OTA, 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

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What year was D62 OTA registered?

D62 OTA is a 1986 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 12 November 1986.

Is D62 OTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for D62 OTA shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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