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GDZ 9004

1992 BMW 3 Series

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

231,778 mi
Last recorded231,778 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2007
Typical for 1992 BMW 3 Series125,214 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGDZ 9004
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2007 231,778 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2007 231,778 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Corrosion on offside front outer wheel arch will require attention soon to prevent sharp edges.

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Nearside door mirror glass is missing.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 2 Feb 2006 227,838 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2006 227,838 miles

Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Corrosion on nearside rear metal brake p[ipe above fuel tank. Advise attention.

O/S front flexible brake hose is starting to deteriorate.

Rubber coupling at front of propshaft is deteriorating.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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GDZ 9004 is a 1992 BMW 3 Series in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1992 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 125,214 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GDZ 9004, 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 34 years old, this BMW 3 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GDZ 9004 registered?

GDZ 9004 is a 1992 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 29 April 1992.

Is GDZ 9004 safe to buy?

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