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RF21 OPT

2021 BMW 3 Series

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,162 mi
Last recorded54,162 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2021 BMW 3 Series31,894 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF21 OPT
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2021
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 5 Jun 2026 54,162 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2025 43,015 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 30,170 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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RF21 OPT is a 2021 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2021 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 31,894 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 RF21 OPT, 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 5 years old, this BMW 3 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RF21 OPT?

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What year was RF21 OPT registered?

RF21 OPT is a 2021 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 22 June 2021.

Is RF21 OPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF21 OPT shows 3 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 RF21 OPT have outstanding finance?

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