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GPC 608

1938 BMW 3 Series

Black Petrol 1971cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,937 mi
Last recorded78,937 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGPC 608
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1938
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,971cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 15 Sep 2025 78,937 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 75,988 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 61,622 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 61,207 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 60,357 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 57,585 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 57,552 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2005 56,647 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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GPC 608 is a 1938 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 1,971cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GPC 608, 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 88 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 GPC 608?

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What year was GPC 608 registered?

GPC 608 is a 1938 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 14 January 1938.

Is GPC 608 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GPC 608 shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GPC 608 have outstanding finance?

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