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E420 HCD

1988 BMW M3

Red Petrol 2302cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2021
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

150,218 mi
Last recorded150,218 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2020
Typical for 1988 BMW M3122,857 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE420 HCD
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,302cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 14 Sep 2020 150,218 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 150,206 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2018 150,174 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 149,971 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 9 Jun 2016 149,768 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 149,711 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 149,672 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

SLIGHT GEAR BOX OIL LEAK

Pass 6 Oct 2012 149,570 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 149,242 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 149,091 miles

front and rear discs pitted

side trims fitted not allowing full inspection of outer sills

Pass 30 Nov 2005 148,986 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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E420 HCD is a 1988 BMW M3 in Red with a 2,302cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 E420 HCD, 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

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What year was E420 HCD registered?

E420 HCD is a 1988 BMW M3, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E420 HCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for E420 HCD shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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