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WEG 99X

1982 BMW 3 Series

Silver Petrol 2315cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2023
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

238,882 mi
Last recorded238,882 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2022
Typical for 1982 BMW 3 Series93,094 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWEG 99X
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,315cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2022 238,882 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 238,458 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 238,812 miles
Fail 17 May 2018 238,812 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Pass 23 May 2017 237,839 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 236,923 miles

play starting in n/s/f track rod ball joint

Pass 30 Aug 2012 236,008 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 234,593 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

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

Fail 12 Jul 2010 234,592 miles

Nearside Front suspension retaining device missing (2.5.A.4)

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

Nearside Inner Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front suspension retaining device missing (2.5.A.4)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

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

gearbox has a oil leak

Pass 1 Aug 2009 233,038 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 228,705 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 226,980 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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WEG 99X is a 1982 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 2,315cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 WEG 99X, 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

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What year was WEG 99X registered?

WEG 99X is a 1982 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 24 May 1982.

Is WEG 99X safe to buy?

The MOT history for WEG 99X shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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