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HRX 830W

1980 BMW 3 Series

Red Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2025
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

90,194 mi
Last recorded90,194 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2024
Typical for 1980 BMW 3 Series88,218 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHRX 830W
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2024 90,194 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Covered in grease both sides. (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Sep 2019 90,165 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 89,619 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Aug 2018 89,617 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength in wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside and offside ball joint split pins are missing.

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2016 88,521 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 88,514 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 86,960 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2008 86,944 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Jul 2007 84,878 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2007 84,878 miles

Brake reservoir fluid level decreases after several pedal applications (3.3.C.1)

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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HRX 830W is a 1980 BMW 3 Series in Red with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1980 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 88,218 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 HRX 830W, 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 46 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 HRX 830W registered?

HRX 830W is a 1980 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 23 October 1980.

Is HRX 830W safe to buy?

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