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R570 KWS

1997 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3201cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

44,062 mi
Last recorded44,062 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2023
Typical for 1997 BMW M396,985 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR570 KWS
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,201cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2023 44,062 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 44,053 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 43,992 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 43,971 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2017 43,971 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Jan 2016 43,880 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 43,723 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 43,575 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 43,299 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2012 43,299 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 17 Nov 2011 43,049 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 42,412 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 40,103 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2009 40,102 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 22 Jul 2008 37,890 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 31,779 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 26,479 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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R570 KWS is a 1997 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,201cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 R570 KWS, 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 R570 KWS registered?

R570 KWS is a 1997 BMW M3, first registered on 12 August 1997.

Is R570 KWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R570 KWS shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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