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FNZ 1024

1996 BMW 3 Series

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

151,790 mi
Last recorded151,790 miles
Recorded on20 May 2016
Typical for 1996 BMW 3 Series112,776 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFNZ 1024
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 May 2016 151,790 miles

corrosion to brake discs

corrosion to underbody prescribed areas but not considered excessive at time of test

suspension bushes deteriorating but not resulting in any excess movement at time of test

Fail 16 May 2016 151,790 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

corrosion to brake discs

Pass 29 Jun 2013 112,484 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 149,857 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 145,715 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2010 145,467 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Jun 2009 134,543 miles

brake pipes starting to corrode

Fail 13 Jun 2009 134,409 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

brake pipes starting to corrode

n/s/f bottom ball joint has slight movment

slight coolant leak

wishbone rear bushes wearing

Pass 19 Jun 2008 124,610 miles

n/s/r metal brake pipes starting to corrode

o/s/f wishbone inner joint boot split

slight play @ o/s/f wheel

Pass 26 May 2007 115,230 miles

small crack in cat

some metal brake pipes starting to corrode

Pass 3 Jun 2006 106,859 miles

all brake pipes starting to corrode

exhaust back box clamp broken

front brake pads low

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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FNZ 1024 is a 1996 BMW 3 Series in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1996 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 112,776 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 FNZ 1024, 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 30 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 FNZ 1024?

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What year was FNZ 1024 registered?

FNZ 1024 is a 1996 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 16 February 1996.

Is FNZ 1024 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FNZ 1024 shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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