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D8 FSP

1992 BMW 3 Series

Red Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

56,769 mi
Last recorded56,769 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 1992 BMW 3 Series125,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD8 FSP
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 56,769 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2025 56,717 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 56,680 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 56,491 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 56,021 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 55,827 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 55,734 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 55,566 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 55,523 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 55,209 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2011 54,951 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 54,951 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2010 54,894 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Jul 2010 54,894 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 54,562 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 18 Apr 2008 54,000 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 54,000 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Apr 2007 49,088 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2005 48,530 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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D8 FSP is a 1992 BMW 3 Series in Red with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1992 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 125,214 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 D8 FSP, 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 34 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 D8 FSP registered?

D8 FSP is a 1992 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 1 January 1992.

Is D8 FSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for D8 FSP shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does D8 FSP have outstanding finance?

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