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A12 KTE

1992 BMW 3 Series

White Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Feb 2027
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

172,250 mi
Last recorded172,250 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 1992 BMW 3 Series125,214 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA12 KTE
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 12 Feb 2026 172,250 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 171,916 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 171,368 miles

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

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

all rear seats ande belts removed

Pass 5 Mar 2013 170,605 miles

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

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

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

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Standard fitment seat belt missing

front tyres wearing on inside edges

Pass 4 Aug 2011 169,273 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 13 May 2010 167,898 miles

this vehicle has been fully cutomised for racing

Pass 27 Aug 2008 141,410 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 135,871 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2006 129,904 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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A12 KTE is a 1992 BMW 3 Series in White with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1992 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 125,214 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 A12 KTE, 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 34 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 A12 KTE?

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What year was A12 KTE registered?

A12 KTE is a 1992 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 24 April 1992.

Is A12 KTE safe to buy?

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