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FNC 43T

1979 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2019
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

111,537 mi
Last recorded111,537 miles
Recorded on12 May 2018
Typical for 1979 BMW 3 Series81,847 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFNC 43T
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 12 May 2018 111,537 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 109,887 miles

Central Rear Body has slight corrosion Floor (6.1.B.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Pass 23 May 2014 108,373 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 18 Aug 2011 108,300 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 106,670 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 104,784 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 103,080 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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FNC 43T is a 1979 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 FNC 43T, 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 FNC 43T?

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What year was FNC 43T registered?

FNC 43T is a 1979 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 22 February 1979.

Is FNC 43T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FNC 43T shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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