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K583 PGJ

1997 BMW M3

Yellow Petrol 2990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

143,115 mi
Last recorded143,115 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2005
Typical for 1997 BMW M396,985 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK583 PGJ
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,990cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 30 Sep 2005 143,115 miles

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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K583 PGJ is a 1997 BMW M3 in Yellow with a 2,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 BMW M3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 96,985 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 K583 PGJ, 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 29 years old, this BMW M3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K583 PGJ registered?

K583 PGJ is a 1997 BMW M3, first registered on 23 September 1997.

Is K583 PGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for K583 PGJ shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does K583 PGJ have outstanding finance?

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