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MYF 244X

1982 BMW 3 Series

Black Petrol 2315cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

45,046 mi
Last recorded45,046 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2008
Typical for 1982 BMW 3 Series93,094 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMYF 244X
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,315cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 30 Dec 2008 45,046 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Dec 2008 45,046 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 39,731 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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MYF 244X is a 1982 BMW 3 Series in Black 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 MYF 244X, 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 MYF 244X?

You can check the full history of MYF 244X by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was MYF 244X registered?

MYF 244X is a 1982 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 6 May 1982.

Is MYF 244X safe to buy?

The MOT history for MYF 244X 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.

Does MYF 244X have outstanding finance?

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