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MUU 297X

1982 BMW 3 Series

Grey Petrol 2315cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

116,945 mi
Last recorded116,945 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2007
Typical for 1982 BMW 3 Series93,094 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMUU 297X
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1982
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,315cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2007 116,945 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2007 116,945 miles

Front Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Jul 2006 109,488 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

corrosion to nearside and offside inner sills †corrosion to front chassis legs, nearside and offside front

corrosion to offside front, nearside front, nearside rear, offsde rear and middle rear brake pipes

offside front tyre wearing low on outer edge

oil leaks from engine/transmission and rear axel

play to nearside and offside front wheel bearings

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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MUU 297X is a 1982 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 2,315cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1982 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 93,094 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 MUU 297X, 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 44 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 MUU 297X?

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What year was MUU 297X registered?

MUU 297X is a 1982 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 27 April 1982.

Is MUU 297X safe to buy?

The MOT history for MUU 297X shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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