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KRD 370W

1981 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2017
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

90,217 mi
Last recorded90,217 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2019
Typical for 1981 BMW 3 Series97,200 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKRD 370W
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Fail 15 Apr 2019 90,217 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both Sides. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Hazard warning Light now working.

Nearside Rear Drive shaft & Inner CV Boot touching Exhaust.

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 22 Aug 2016 90,217 miles

Offside Front suspension has a slight knock

Fail 22 Aug 2016 90,217 miles

Stop lamp not working both (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Front suspension has a slight knock

Pass 6 Apr 2011 90,217 miles

general underbody corrosion

Fail 23 Mar 2011 90,217 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively chafed (3.6.B.2c)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

brake pedal rubber is worn

Pass 25 Mar 2010 90,217 miles

Battery insecure

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 16 Mar 2010 90,217 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

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

Battery insecure

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2006 90,217 miles

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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KRD 370W is a 1981 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1981 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 97,200 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 KRD 370W, 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 45 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 KRD 370W registered?

KRD 370W is a 1981 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 18 February 1981.

Is KRD 370W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KRD 370W shows 8 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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