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G761 PMR

1989 BMW M3

Black Petrol 2302cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

106,060 mi
Last recorded106,060 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 1989 BMW M3136,600 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG761 PMR
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,302cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 106,060 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2022 105,058 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2019 104,327 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 103,311 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 101,665 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 100,509 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 96,371 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 96,321 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2013 96,321 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

How Reliable is the BMW M3?

Based on 440,678 MOT tests across 34,038 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
3,682
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
34,038
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,421
Brake pipe excessively corroded 7,386
coil spring incomplete 5,157
coil spring fractured 4,494
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,944
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G761 PMR is a 1989 BMW M3 in Black with a 2,302cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1989 BMW M3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 136,600 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW M3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,421 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G761 PMR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW M3 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 37 years old, this BMW M3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of G761 PMR?

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What year was G761 PMR registered?

G761 PMR is a 1989 BMW M3, first registered on 28 December 1989.

Is G761 PMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for G761 PMR shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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