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P2 SUF

1997 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3201cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

110,315 mi
Last recorded110,315 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2011
Typical for 1997 BMW M396,985 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP2 SUF
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,201cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2011 110,315 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

corrosion in rear brake pipes

drivers seat wont tip forward

interior mirror missing

offside rear indicator close to showing white light

Pass 6 Sep 2010 107,541 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

interior mirror not fitted

Pass 14 Sep 2009 104,806 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

oil leaks underside

wire rubbing steering column coupling under bonnet

Fail 28 Aug 2008 102,416 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

slight wear in steering rack

Pass 28 Aug 2008 102,416 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

slight wear in steering rack

Pass 9 Aug 2007 100,490 miles

Oil leak

Fail 30 Jul 2007 100,424 miles

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Mar 2006 95,339 miles

Offside Front Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)

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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P2 SUF is a 1997 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,201cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P2 SUF, 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 P2 SUF registered?

P2 SUF is a 1997 BMW M3, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P2 SUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P2 SUF shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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