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E898 SYB

1987 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

138,010 mi
Last recorded138,010 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2007
Typical for 1987 BMW 3 Series116,740 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE898 SYB
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2007 138,010 miles

both fronts + rear tyre tread depths 3mm (legal limit 1.6mm).

engine damp with oil.

exhaust system corroded but still strong.

slight lift in o/s of steering rack.

various light underbody corrosion.

various stone chips in windscreen.

Pass 14 Mar 2006 134,423 miles

as per advisory notice issued with VT30 on 14/03/2006.Item 002 rectified.

Fail 14 Mar 2006 134,423 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

brake pedal slightly spongy!

o/s/r corner of bumper insecure.

rear tyres worn to 2 mm,legal limit 1.6 mm.

various stone chips in windscreen close to 10 mm limit.

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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E898 SYB is a 1987 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1987 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 116,740 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 E898 SYB, 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 39 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 E898 SYB?

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What year was E898 SYB registered?

E898 SYB is a 1987 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 1 August 1987.

Is E898 SYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for E898 SYB shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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