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D850 NYG

1987 BMW M3

Black Petrol 2266cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2012
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

209,589 mi
Last recorded209,589 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2011
Typical for 1987 BMW M3139,306 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD850 NYG
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,266cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2011 209,589 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2011 209,588 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Body or chassis is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Hazard warning switch missing (1.4.B.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both rear brakes binding

Pass 31 Mar 2008 207,431 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 191,634 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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D850 NYG is a 1987 BMW M3 in Black with a 2,266cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1987 BMW M3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 139,306 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 D850 NYG, 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 39 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 D850 NYG registered?

D850 NYG is a 1987 BMW M3, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is D850 NYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for D850 NYG shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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