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F221 TOY

1989 BMW M3

Black Petrol 2302cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2020
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

127,734 mi
Last recorded127,734 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2019
Typical for 1989 BMW M3136,600 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF221 TOY
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,302cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 20 Feb 2019 127,734 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 162,328 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 161,192 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 159,988 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 159,654 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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F221 TOY is a 1989 BMW M3 in Black with a 2,302cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 BMW M3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 136,600 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 F221 TOY, 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 37 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 F221 TOY?

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What year was F221 TOY registered?

F221 TOY is a 1989 BMW M3, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F221 TOY safe to buy?

The MOT history for F221 TOY shows 5 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 F221 TOY have outstanding finance?

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