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FVL 859X

1982 BMW 3 Series

Green Petrol 1563cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2017
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

122,367 mi
Last recorded122,367 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2016
Typical for 1982 BMW 3 Series93,094 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFVL 859X
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,563cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 16 Sep 2016 122,367 miles

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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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FVL 859X is a 1982 BMW 3 Series in Green with a 1,563cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FVL 859X, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FVL 859X?

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What year was FVL 859X registered?

FVL 859X is a 1982 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is FVL 859X safe to buy?

The MOT history for FVL 859X shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FVL 859X have outstanding finance?

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