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P249 TBJ

1997 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3201cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

99,606 mi
Last recorded99,606 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2023
Typical for 1997 BMW M396,985 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP249 TBJ
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,201cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2023 99,606 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2022 94,799 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2022 94,715 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Dec 2020 93,211 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jun 2019 92,763 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jul 2018 90,611 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 87,056 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2017 87,056 miles

Front registration plate missing fixed on with tape (6.3.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jul 2016 84,355 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 78,489 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 75,094 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 72,760 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 66,156 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 58,748 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2010 54,719 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

both rear tyres wearing low 3mm

covers fitted to outer sills

f/o/s lower anti-roll bar link dust cover split

f/o/s tyre worn on edges

Pass 19 Apr 2010 54,719 miles

covers fitted to outer sills

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

both rear tyres wearing low 3mm

f/o/s lower anti-roll bar link dust cover split

f/o/s tyre worn on edges

Pass 29 Apr 2009 54,231 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2008 52,571 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 52,091 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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P249 TBJ is a 1997 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,201cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1997 BMW M3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 96,985 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 P249 TBJ, 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 29 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 P249 TBJ registered?

P249 TBJ is a 1997 BMW M3, first registered on 13 March 1997.

Is P249 TBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P249 TBJ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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