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P243 KWL

1996 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3201cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

19,425 mi
Last recorded19,425 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2023
Typical for 1996 BMW M3100,666 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP243 KWL
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,201cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2023 19,425 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2021 19,342 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 19,096 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 18,988 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under trays covering testable items.

Pass 29 Jul 2015 18,397 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 18,387 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 18,105 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2014 18,080 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 17,463 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 17,253 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 16,830 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 16,769 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 16,722 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Jan 2009 16,621 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 16,422 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2007 16,090 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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P243 KWL is a 1996 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,201cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 P243 KWL, 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 P243 KWL registered?

P243 KWL is a 1996 BMW M3, first registered on 4 November 1996.

Is P243 KWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P243 KWL shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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