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VHO 39V

1979 BMW 3 Series

Bronze Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2021
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

79,883 mi
Last recorded79,883 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2019
Typical for 1979 BMW 3 Series81,847 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVHO 39V
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1979
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2019 79,883 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 79,788 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 79,736 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 79,614 miles

rear brakes low

rear tyres and n/s.f in poor cond.

Pass 8 Jan 2013 79,537 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 79,447 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 5 May 2009 79,396 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 79,363 miles
Fail 13 May 2008 79,359 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

ALL 4 TYRES STARTING TO PERISH

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

SLIGHT IMBALANCE IN REAR BRAKES

STONE CHIP IN O/S HEAD LIGHT LENS

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 2 May 2007 79,292 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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VHO 39V is a 1979 BMW 3 Series in Bronze with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1979 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 81,847 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 VHO 39V, 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 47 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 VHO 39V?

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What year was VHO 39V registered?

VHO 39V is a 1979 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 19 September 1979.

Is VHO 39V safe to buy?

The MOT history for VHO 39V shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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