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A17 SUA

1996 BMW 3 Series

Silver Petrol 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2015
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,784 mi
Last recorded51,784 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2014
Typical for 1996 BMW 3 Series112,776 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA17 SUA
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 14 Jul 2014 51,784 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2013 43,641 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 43,589 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 43,231 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 42,489 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 41,310 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 39,645 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 38,102 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 36,207 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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A17 SUA is a 1996 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 1,896cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 112,776 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 A17 SUA, 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 30 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 A17 SUA?

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What year was A17 SUA registered?

A17 SUA is a 1996 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is A17 SUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A17 SUA 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 A17 SUA have outstanding finance?

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