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N138 RCD

1995 BMW M3

Black Petrol 2990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

132,279 mi
Last recorded132,279 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2021
Typical for 1995 BMW M3106,622 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN138 RCD
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,990cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2021 132,279 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Dec 2021 132,270 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure ALL TYRES PERISHED AND CRACKING (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2020 132,257 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2017 132,255 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion floor (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion floor (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 2 Jul 2016 132,182 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 132,179 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 129,920 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 129,918 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 128,523 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 127,699 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 127,206 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 126,555 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 125,711 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 124,945 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 123,965 miles

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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N138 RCD is a 1995 BMW M3 in Black with a 2,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 N138 RCD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N138 RCD registered?

N138 RCD is a 1995 BMW M3, first registered on 15 August 1995.

Is N138 RCD safe to buy?

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