MOT Status
ValidMileage
110,512 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
3 small chips o/s/f screen
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Oil leak
Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
slight oil leak from rear diff
3 small chips o/s/f screen
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Oil leak
Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
slight oil leak from rear diff
2 small chips o/s/f screen
Oil leak
diff oil leak
o/s/r slight brake binde
slight exhaust leak rear box
Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
How Reliable is the BMW M3?
Based on 440,678 MOT tests across 34,038 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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M3 YAT is a 1997 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,201cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.
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 M3 YAT, 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
How do I check the history of M3 YAT?
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What year was M3 YAT registered?
M3 YAT is a 1997 BMW M3, first registered on 23 January 1997.
Is M3 YAT safe to buy?
The MOT history for M3 YAT shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does M3 YAT have outstanding finance?
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