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SGF 52Y

1982 BMW 3 Series

White Petrol 2315cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

73,531 mi
Last recorded73,531 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2022
Typical for 1982 BMW 3 Series93,094 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSGF 52Y
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1982
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,315cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2022 73,531 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 71,236 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 70,452 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 69,180 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 68,556 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 68,049 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2017 68,049 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Nov 2015 67,297 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 65,986 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Aug 2013 65,514 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 64,595 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2012 64,595 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 63,964 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2009 62,522 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 59,458 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 55,976 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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SGF 52Y is a 1982 BMW 3 Series in White with a 2,315cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 SGF 52Y, 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 SGF 52Y?

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What year was SGF 52Y registered?

SGF 52Y is a 1982 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is SGF 52Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for SGF 52Y shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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