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GIB 1857

2026 BMW 3 Series

Grey Electric
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

101,642 mi
Last recorded101,642 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGIB 1857
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2026
ColourGrey
Fuel typeElectric

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 101,642 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2024 92,154 miles

Chips in windscreen

Rear brake pads low and the discs are corroded

Rear subframe corroded

Pass 19 Oct 2023 84,366 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2023 84,366 miles

Offside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Oct 2022 75,880 miles

O/S/F tyre wearing low on outer tread. 225/45/r17-91y

Unable to see brakes.

Pass 8 Nov 2021 62,960 miles

Child seat fitted to N/S/R

Unable to see brakes.

Pass 29 Oct 2020 52,520 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2019 42,100 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 29,386 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 28,560 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 27,638 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 26,670 miles

diesel smoke test ok ,but not detectable.

Pass 15 Oct 2014 25,549 miles

diesel smoke test ok,but not detectable.

Pass 6 Nov 2013 24,505 miles

diesel smoke test ok,but not detectable.

Pass 10 Nov 2012 22,572 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

diesel smoke test ok,but not detectable

Pass 11 Nov 2011 21,139 miles

both rear tyres are showing signs of wear

diesel emissions test carried out but not detectable on current gas bench

Pass 13 Nov 2010 18,894 miles

diesel emission ok,but not detectable

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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GIB 1857 is a 2026 BMW 3 Series in Grey. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 GIB 1857, 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 0 years old, this BMW 3 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GIB 1857 registered?

GIB 1857 is a 2026 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 8 May 2026.

Is GIB 1857 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GIB 1857 shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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