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N447 WPT

1996 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3201cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

116,626 mi
Last recorded116,626 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2012
Typical for 1996 BMW M3100,666 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN447 WPT
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,201cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2012 116,626 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

jacking point rubbers missing.

offside and nearside rear metal brake pipes corroding.

offside front chassis member scraped/damaged.

Fail 24 Jan 2012 116,626 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

jacking point rubbers missing.

offside and nearside rear metal brake pipes corroding.

offside front chassis member scraped/damaged.

Pass 18 Sep 2010 112,481 miles

Oil leak

Pass 29 Aug 2009 103,277 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 95,811 miles

225/45/17zr tyres fitted to axle 1 245/40/17zr tyres fitted to axle 2

corrossion formed at rear boot floor (viewed inside boot )

damage detected at nearside front fog lamp unit

Fail 14 Apr 2008 95,811 miles

225/45/17zr tyres fitted to axle 1 245/40/17zr tyres fitted to axle 2

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

corrossion formed at rear boot floor (viewed inside boot )

damage detected at nearside front fog lamp unit

Pass 2 Feb 2007 90,820 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

air bag light stays on

front & rear suspension lowered

large wheels & tyres fitted front & rear

Pass 16 Jan 2006 85,567 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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N447 WPT is a 1996 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,201cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1996 BMW M3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 100,666 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 N447 WPT, 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 30 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 N447 WPT registered?

N447 WPT is a 1996 BMW M3, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N447 WPT safe to buy?

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