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P192 FNX

1996 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3201cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

159,794 mi
Last recorded159,794 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2011
Typical for 1996 BMW M3100,666 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP192 FNX
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,201cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2011 159,794 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2011 159,790 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Both front and offside rear indicators starting to show white light

Both rear trailing arm front bushes slightly perished

Chip in windscreen

Engine oily

High level brake light in poor condition

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

Nearside front back plate loose

Nearside front headlight in poor condition

Offside rear brake indicates slight bind

Power steering reservoir damp no signs of a leak

Rear diff oily

Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 19 Apr 2010 139,036 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2010 139,036 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 127,486 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2009 127,486 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 18 Mar 2008 109,964 miles

Offside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Oil leak

Pass 6 Oct 2006 94,333 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Hi level brake light has some bulbs out

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

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

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

Oil leak

Slight play in both sides of steering rack but not excessive

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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P192 FNX is a 1996 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,201cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P192 FNX, 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 P192 FNX registered?

P192 FNX is a 1996 BMW M3, first registered on 14 November 1996.

Is P192 FNX safe to buy?

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