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FGF 308X

1982 BMW 3 Series

Red Petrol 2315cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2022
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

109,150 mi
Last recorded109,150 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2021
Typical for 1982 BMW 3 Series93,094 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFGF 308X
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,315cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2021 109,150 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 15 Dec 2021 109,149 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 Jul 2019 108,828 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 108,175 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2017 107,457 miles

Central Rear seatbelt slightly frayed.

Pass 2 Aug 2016 107,138 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 106,696 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 106,401 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 105,498 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 104,978 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 104,379 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 103,578 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 102,904 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 102,236 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 10 Aug 2007 101,648 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 100,707 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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FGF 308X is a 1982 BMW 3 Series in Red with a 2,315cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1982 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 93,094 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 FGF 308X, 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 44 years old, this BMW 3 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FGF 308X registered?

FGF 308X is a 1982 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 2 April 1982.

Is FGF 308X safe to buy?

The MOT history for FGF 308X shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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