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E160 HFG

1988 BMW M3

Red Petrol 2300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

134,839 mi
Last recorded134,839 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 1988 BMW M3122,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE160 HFG
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 3 Oct 2025 134,839 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2024 132,274 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 130,404 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 126,977 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 79,285 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 125,029 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 123,590 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 121,808 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 118,655 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2006 113,626 miles

How Reliable is the BMW M3?

Based on 440,678 MOT tests across 34,038 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
3,682
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
34,038
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,421
Brake pipe excessively corroded 7,386
coil spring incomplete 5,157
coil spring fractured 4,494
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,944
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E160 HFG is a 1988 BMW M3 in Red with a 2,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 BMW M3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 122,857 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW M3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,421 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E160 HFG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW M3 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 38 years old, this BMW M3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E160 HFG?

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What year was E160 HFG registered?

E160 HFG is a 1988 BMW M3, first registered on 31 December 1988.

Is E160 HFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for E160 HFG shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E160 HFG have outstanding finance?

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