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NKZ 3867

1993 BMW 3

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

176,804 mi
Last recorded176,804 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNKZ 3867
MakeBMW
Model3
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2025 176,804 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2025 176,804 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Jun 2024 174,205 miles
Pass 29 May 2023 170,114 miles

under trays fitted

How Reliable is the BMW 3?

Based on 4,306 MOT tests across 342 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
5,926
Miles/Year
53
Year Lifespan
342
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 120
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 94
Brake pipe excessively corroded 73
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 67
parking brake recording little or no effort 63
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NKZ 3867 is a 1993 BMW 3 in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a BMW 3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 120 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NKZ 3867, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 3 typically stays on UK roads for around 53 years. At 33 years old, this BMW 3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NKZ 3867?

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What year was NKZ 3867 registered?

NKZ 3867 is a 1993 BMW 3, first registered on 20 October 1993.

Is NKZ 3867 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NKZ 3867 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NKZ 3867 have outstanding finance?

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