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FLZ 2295

1979 BMW 3 Series

Silver Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2020
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

94,088 mi
Last recorded94,088 miles
Recorded on7 May 2019
Typical for 1979 BMW 3 Series81,847 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFLZ 2295
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1979
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 7 May 2019 94,088 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2018 92,271 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 91,314 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 90,338 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 88,780 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 88,656 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 88,648 miles

front and rear brake discs corroded

Pass 19 Sep 2009 86,380 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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FLZ 2295 is a 1979 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 81,847 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 FLZ 2295, 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 47 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 FLZ 2295?

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What year was FLZ 2295 registered?

FLZ 2295 is a 1979 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 1 January 1979.

Is FLZ 2295 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FLZ 2295 shows 8 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 FLZ 2295 have outstanding finance?

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