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B7 KCJ

1987 BMW 3 Series

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

114,994 mi
Last recorded114,994 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1987 BMW 3 Series116,740 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB7 KCJ
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 23 Apr 2026 114,994 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2025 114,378 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 113,906 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 113,634 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 113,328 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 113,135 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2020 112,676 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 112,400 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 111,819 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 111,240 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 110,265 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 109,238 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 108,711 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 107,351 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 106,925 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 105,368 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 104,506 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 103,466 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 102,966 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 101,891 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 99,780 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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B7 KCJ is a 1987 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 B7 KCJ, 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

How do I check the history of B7 KCJ?

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What year was B7 KCJ registered?

B7 KCJ is a 1987 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 26 June 1987.

Is B7 KCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for B7 KCJ shows 21 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 B7 KCJ have outstanding finance?

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