MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
150,436 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Oil leak ()
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm locating pin insecure (2.4.G.3a)
How Reliable is the BMW 3 Series?
Based on 12,840,406 MOT tests across 1,004,285 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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JLX 509V is a 1979 BMW 3 Series in Red with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.
Across all 1979 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 81,847 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 JLX 509V, 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 47 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 JLX 509V?
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What year was JLX 509V registered?
JLX 509V is a 1979 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 20 October 1979.
Is JLX 509V safe to buy?
The MOT history for JLX 509V shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does JLX 509V have outstanding finance?
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