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DAE 185W

1980 BMW 3 Series

Red Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

147,391 mi
Last recorded147,391 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2010
Typical for 1980 BMW 3 Series88,218 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDAE 185W
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2010 147,391 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2009 142,441 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 141,618 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 141,105 miles
Fail 25 May 2007 141,105 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 May 2006 137,403 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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DAE 185W is a 1980 BMW 3 Series in Red with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1980 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 88,218 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 DAE 185W, 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 46 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 DAE 185W?

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What year was DAE 185W registered?

DAE 185W is a 1980 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 10 September 1980.

Is DAE 185W safe to buy?

The MOT history for DAE 185W 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.

Does DAE 185W have outstanding finance?

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