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B2 SLP

1987 BMW 3 Series

White Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

123,947 mi
Last recorded123,947 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1987 BMW 3 Series116,740 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB2 SLP
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 123,947 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2025 123,943 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2024 123,869 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 123,811 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Feb 2022 123,700 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 122,416 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Sep 2019 122,023 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Sep 2019 122,023 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Sep 2018 121,781 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 24 Sep 2018 121,781 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Sep 2017 121,346 miles

slight corrosion of near side outer sill panel

Pass 1 Sep 2016 121,145 miles

slight corrosion at rear of sill panels

Pass 24 Jul 2015 120,791 miles

Fuel pipes corroded

Oil leak

Pass 30 Jul 2014 120,437 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Light corrosion of metal brake pipes

Pass 17 Jul 2013 119,720 miles

Fuel pipes corroded

Oil leak

Pass 28 May 2012 118,531 miles

Slight play in steering rack

Pass 26 May 2011 118,307 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2010 116,659 miles

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

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

Fail 28 May 2010 116,659 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2006 115,755 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2006 115,755 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

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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B2 SLP is a 1987 BMW 3 Series in White with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 B2 SLP, 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 B2 SLP registered?

B2 SLP is a 1987 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 2 September 1987.

Is B2 SLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for B2 SLP shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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