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EPT 30X

1981 BMW 3 Series

Red Petrol 2315cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

164,812 mi
Last recorded164,812 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2021
Typical for 1981 BMW 3 Series97,200 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEPT 30X
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,315cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2021 164,812 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 164,508 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 164,390 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 164,133 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 163,582 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 163,312 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2016 163,312 miles

Offside Front Inner Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Pass 19 Sep 2015 162,950 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 162,644 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 162,450 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 162,145 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 161,819 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2010 161,535 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Sep 2010 161,535 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 161,284 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 160,780 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2007 160,281 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2007 160,281 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 Jul 2006 160,173 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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EPT 30X is a 1981 BMW 3 Series in Red with a 2,315cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 EPT 30X, 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 EPT 30X?

You can check the full history of EPT 30X by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was EPT 30X registered?

EPT 30X is a 1981 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is EPT 30X safe to buy?

The MOT history for EPT 30X shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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