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WKM 822X

1982 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 2315cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

144,240 mi
Last recorded144,240 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2014
Typical for 1982 BMW 3 Series93,094 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWKM 822X
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,315cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2014 144,240 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 142,433 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

nearside outer sill panel starting to rust

reverse lamps inoperative

some corrosion starting to both rear floor pans

some corrosion to both front jacking points

Pass 1 Jun 2010 140,911 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 140,317 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 9 Jun 2008 137,310 miles

corrosion staring to both rear wheel arches

Pass 11 Jun 2007 134,157 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 130,922 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2006 130,922 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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WKM 822X is a 1982 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 2,315cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 WKM 822X, 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 WKM 822X registered?

WKM 822X is a 1982 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 12 March 1982.

Is WKM 822X safe to buy?

The MOT history for WKM 822X shows 8 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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