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FFH 965T

1978 BMW 3 Series

Red Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2023
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

135,800 mi
Last recorded135,800 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2022
Typical for 1978 BMW 3 Series73,526 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFFH 965T
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2022 135,800 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 133,876 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 132,993 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 132,782 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014

only drivers seat fitted

Pass 30 Jul 2009 131,444 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 3 Jul 2008 130,684 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 129,737 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2006 129,737 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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FFH 965T is a 1978 BMW 3 Series in Red with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1978 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 73,526 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 FFH 965T, 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 48 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 FFH 965T?

You can check the full history of FFH 965T by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FFH 965T registered?

FFH 965T is a 1978 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 18 August 1978.

Is FFH 965T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FFH 965T shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FFH 965T have outstanding finance?

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