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D964 TNU

1986 BMW 3 Series

Black Petrol 1766cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

Typical for 1986 BMW 3 Series111,050 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD964 TNU
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,766cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2005
Fail 13 Jun 2005 115,879 miles

Front brake disc has restricted free movement (3.5.1j)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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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D964 TNU is a 1986 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 1,766cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 D964 TNU, 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 D964 TNU?

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What year was D964 TNU registered?

D964 TNU is a 1986 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 4 September 1986.

Is D964 TNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for D964 TNU shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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