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KYY 770X

1981 BMW 3 Series

Red Petrol 2315cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

56,390 mi
Last recorded56,390 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2016
Typical for 1981 BMW 3 Series97,200 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKYY 770X
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,315cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2016 56,390 miles

slight damage to nearside outer sill

Pass 1 Feb 2012 56,366 miles

n/s outer sill damaged.

rear brake pipes corroded

rear exhaust weak

Pass 3 Feb 2011 56,287 miles

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 56,242 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2009 56,242 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2008 56,226 miles
Fail 7 May 2008 56,226 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Pass 19 Apr 2007 56,079 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 55,959 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2006 55,959 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.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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KYY 770X is a 1981 BMW 3 Series in Red with a 2,315cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 KYY 770X, 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

How do I check the history of KYY 770X?

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What year was KYY 770X registered?

KYY 770X is a 1981 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 5 October 1981.

Is KYY 770X safe to buy?

The MOT history for KYY 770X shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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