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A8 UNU

1987 BMW 3 Series

Grey Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

132,553 mi
Last recorded132,553 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 1987 BMW 3 Series116,740 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 UNU
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1987
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 132,553 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2024 132,452 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2022 132,416 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2021 131,815 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 131,706 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 131,466 miles

vehicle under sealed

Pass 14 Jun 2018 131,200 miles

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering (8.4.1 (a) (i))

vehicle undersealed

Pass 23 May 2017 130,747 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 130,370 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 130,231 miles

Coolant leak

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 5 Jun 2014 129,560 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 126,483 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 125,351 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2009 125,351 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Pass 28 Jun 2008 124,207 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 122,479 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 18,901 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 1 Jul 2005 112,731 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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A8 UNU is a 1987 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1987 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 116,740 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 A8 UNU, 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 39 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 A8 UNU registered?

A8 UNU is a 1987 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 1 August 1987.

Is A8 UNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 UNU shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A8 UNU have outstanding finance?

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