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D640 VKJ

1986 BMW M3

White Petrol 2266cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

141,657 mi
Last recorded141,657 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2010
Typical for 1986 BMW M3117,566 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD640 VKJ
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,266cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2010 141,657 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2010 141,657 miles

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 4 Feb 2009 134,969 miles

German No plates

Pad warning light on

Slight exhaust blow from rear silencer

Pass 23 Jan 2008 133,593 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2006 127,012 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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D640 VKJ is a 1986 BMW M3 in White with a 2,266cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 D640 VKJ, 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

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What year was D640 VKJ registered?

D640 VKJ is a 1986 BMW M3, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is D640 VKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for D640 VKJ shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does D640 VKJ have outstanding finance?

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