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NMF 306X

1981 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2015
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

115,705 mi
Last recorded115,705 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2014
Typical for 1981 BMW 3 Series97,200 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNMF 306X
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 17 Jun 2014 115,705 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 115,522 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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NMF 306X is a 1981 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 2,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 97,200 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 NMF 306X, 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 45 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 NMF 306X?

You can check the full history of NMF 306X by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was NMF 306X registered?

NMF 306X is a 1981 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 2 September 1981.

Is NMF 306X safe to buy?

The MOT history for NMF 306X shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NMF 306X have outstanding finance?

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