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WKN 817X

1982 BMW 3 Series

Green Petrol 2315cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2023
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

63,097 mi
Last recorded63,097 miles
Recorded on25 May 2022
Typical for 1982 BMW 3 Series93,094 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWKN 817X
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,315cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 25 May 2022 63,097 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 61,915 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 60,825 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 58,740 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 57,126 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 57,092 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 56,950 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 56,855 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2011 56,491 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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WKN 817X is a 1982 BMW 3 Series in Green with a 2,315cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WKN 817X, 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 WKN 817X?

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What year was WKN 817X registered?

WKN 817X is a 1982 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 8 April 1982.

Is WKN 817X safe to buy?

The MOT history for WKN 817X shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WKN 817X have outstanding finance?

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