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P345 MLO

1996 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3201cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jun 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

6,598 mi
Last recorded6,598 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 BMW M3100,666 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP345 MLO
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,201cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 8 Jun 2026 6,598 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2025 6,594 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 6,409 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 6,122 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 5,742 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2021 5,514 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 5,502 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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P345 MLO is a 1996 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,201cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P345 MLO, 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

How do I check the history of P345 MLO?

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What year was P345 MLO registered?

P345 MLO is a 1996 BMW M3, first registered on 22 October 1996.

Is P345 MLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P345 MLO shows 7 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 P345 MLO have outstanding finance?

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