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MFG 870W

1981 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 2315cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

74,010 mi
Last recorded74,010 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2018
Typical for 1981 BMW 3 Series97,200 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMFG 870W
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,315cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2018 74,010 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 73,921 miles
Fail 11 May 2017 73,920 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Apr 2016 73,803 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 73,183 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 72,734 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 71,381 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 70,397 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 69,242 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 67,012 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 62,775 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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MFG 870W is a 1981 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 2,315cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 MFG 870W, 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 MFG 870W?

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What year was MFG 870W registered?

MFG 870W is a 1981 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 4 February 1981.

Is MFG 870W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MFG 870W shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MFG 870W have outstanding finance?

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