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SAW 500X

1982 BMW 3 Series

Green Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2023
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

98,564 mi
Last recorded98,564 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2022
Typical for 1982 BMW 3 Series93,094 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSAW 500X
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 8 Jun 2022 98,564 miles

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 Jun 2021 98,036 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2018 96,272 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 95,746 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 95,190 miles

brake pad warning lamp on

Pass 17 Apr 2015 94,765 miles

brake pads warning on

Pass 9 Apr 2014 94,178 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2013 93,181 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 91,659 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 91,307 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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SAW 500X is a 1982 BMW 3 Series in Green with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1982 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 93,094 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 SAW 500X, 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 44 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 SAW 500X?

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What year was SAW 500X registered?

SAW 500X is a 1982 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 3 June 1982.

Is SAW 500X safe to buy?

The MOT history for SAW 500X shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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