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M233 MPF

1995 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 2990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2025
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

160,929 mi
Last recorded160,929 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2024
Typical for 1995 BMW M3106,622 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM233 MPF
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,990cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2024 160,929 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 160,024 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 158,368 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 156,871 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 155,904 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 153,875 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 151,745 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 150,108 miles
Fail 2 May 2017 150,108 miles

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 10 May 2016 148,313 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 146,793 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 145,169 miles
Fail 31 May 2014 145,169 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 May 2013 143,201 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 140,775 miles
Fail 9 May 2012 140,775 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 31 May 2011 139,197 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 137,747 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 135,687 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 132,638 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 129,647 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 2 Jun 2006 127,067 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2006 127,067 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

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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M233 MPF is a 1995 BMW M3 in Blue with a 2,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 1995 BMW M3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 106,622 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 M233 MPF, 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 31 years old, this BMW M3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M233 MPF registered?

M233 MPF is a 1995 BMW M3, first registered on 16 May 1995.

Is M233 MPF safe to buy?

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