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D303 UGP

1986 BMW M3

Black Petrol 2266cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jan 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

254,476 mi
Last recorded254,476 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 1986 BMW M3117,566 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD303 UGP
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,266cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 254,476 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2025 247,927 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2024 242,426 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2023 236,988 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2022 230,118 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 225,242 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 222,606 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2018 216,883 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 216,579 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 207,371 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 202,011 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 194,027 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 188,299 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 184,349 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 179,586 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 172,547 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 163,096 miles

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 26 May 2007 156,331 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end has a slight groove in the neck (2.2.C.1a)

Pass 13 Jan 2006 147,365 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2006 147,348 miles

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

How Reliable is the BMW M3?

Based on 440,678 MOT tests across 34,038 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
3,682
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
34,038
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,421
Brake pipe excessively corroded 7,386
coil spring incomplete 5,157
coil spring fractured 4,494
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,944
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D303 UGP is a 1986 BMW M3 in Black with a 2,266cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1986 BMW M3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 117,566 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW M3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,421 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D303 UGP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW M3 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 40 years old, this BMW M3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of D303 UGP?

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What year was D303 UGP registered?

D303 UGP is a 1986 BMW M3, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is D303 UGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for D303 UGP shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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