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PHM 721Y

1983 BMW 3 Series

White Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

42,140 mi
Last recorded42,140 miles
Recorded on3 May 2022
Typical for 1983 BMW 3 Series88,701 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPHM 721Y
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 May 2022 42,140 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 41,963 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 41,749 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 41,685 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 41,440 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 41,025 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 40,916 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 40,369 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 39,664 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 May 2010 38,587 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 38,292 miles
Fail 27 May 2009 38,286 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

nearside front and rear tyre sidewalls deteriorating

Pass 20 May 2008 38,062 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 14 May 2007 37,696 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 37,495 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 3 Series?

Based on 12,840,406 MOT tests across 1,004,285 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
6,672
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,004,285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 485,475
Brake pipe excessively corroded 323,327
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 253,205
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 185,099
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 182,360
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PHM 721Y is a 1983 BMW 3 Series in White with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1983 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 88,701 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 3 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 485,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PHM 721Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 3 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 43 years old, this BMW 3 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PHM 721Y?

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What year was PHM 721Y registered?

PHM 721Y is a 1983 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 18 January 1983.

Is PHM 721Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for PHM 721Y shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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