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VIB 4465

1987 BMW 3 Series

Red Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

176,351 mi
Last recorded176,351 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 1987 BMW 3 Series116,740 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVIB 4465
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 176,351 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2025 176,259 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2025 176,259 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Feb 2024 176,029 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2024 176,028 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Position lamp not working all (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 22 Jul 2011 176,015 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 175,435 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 175,203 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2006 172,090 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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VIB 4465 is a 1987 BMW 3 Series in Red with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1987 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 116,740 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VIB 4465, 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 39 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 VIB 4465?

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What year was VIB 4465 registered?

VIB 4465 is a 1987 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is VIB 4465 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VIB 4465 shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VIB 4465 have outstanding finance?

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