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D541 CHG

1986 BMW M3

White Petrol 3200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

159,138 mi
Last recorded159,138 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2024
Typical for 1986 BMW M3117,566 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD541 CHG
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2024 159,138 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 159,134 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2022 159,129 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2021 159,124 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 158,825 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 158,809 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 158,741 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 158,678 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 158,625 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 158,321 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2013 18,117 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Jun 2013 18,117 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2012 154,126 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 154,126 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 150,278 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2009 143,348 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Dec 2009 143,348 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 140,804 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 136,710 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 13,600 miles

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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D541 CHG is a 1986 BMW M3 in White with a 3,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 D541 CHG, 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 D541 CHG?

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What year was D541 CHG registered?

D541 CHG is a 1986 BMW M3, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is D541 CHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for D541 CHG shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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