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DVW 996X

1981 BMW 3 Series

Black Petrol 2291cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

103,321 mi
Last recorded103,321 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2022
Typical for 1981 BMW 3 Series97,200 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDVW 996X
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,291cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2022 103,321 miles

under side of vehicle undersealed

Pass 1 Feb 2021 103,158 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 102,392 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 102,132 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 101,799 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 101,376 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 100,631 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2014 100,520 miles

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 27 Sep 2013 100,058 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 27 Sep 2013 100,058 miles

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 99,558 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 99,220 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2011 99,220 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Jul 2010 98,547 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 97,409 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 96,340 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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DVW 996X is a 1981 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 2,291cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1981 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 97,200 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 DVW 996X, 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 45 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 DVW 996X?

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What year was DVW 996X registered?

DVW 996X is a 1981 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is DVW 996X safe to buy?

The MOT history for DVW 996X shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DVW 996X have outstanding finance?

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