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J372 VRD

1992 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 2302cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

140,144 mi
Last recorded140,144 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 1992 BMW M3115,140 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ372 VRD
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year1992
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,302cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 140,144 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 139,985 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device deteriorated

Offside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Plastic over sills fitted, structure of outer sills not tested.

Fail 27 Mar 2024 139,985 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Fuel cap/sealing device deteriorated

Offside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Plastic over sills fitted, structure of outer sills not tested.

Pass 23 Feb 2023 139,938 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 139,880 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 139,819 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 139,781 miles

N/S rack arm has excessive play

Play in O/S/F tie rod

Fail 10 Oct 2011 139,781 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

N/S rack arm has excessive play

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Play in O/S/F tie rod

Pass 21 Oct 2010 139,758 miles

brake discs slightly rusting

slight play in n/s of steering rack

Pass 29 Jul 2009 139,722 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2009 139,722 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Fail 30 Apr 2009 139,714 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

fuel pipes corroded

fuel stain on fuel tank but no leak found

Pass 21 Sep 2007 137,176 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2007 137,176 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 18 Jul 2006 134,635 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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J372 VRD is a 1992 BMW M3 in Silver with a 2,302cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1992 BMW M3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 115,140 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 J372 VRD, 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 34 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 J372 VRD registered?

J372 VRD is a 1992 BMW M3, first registered on 22 April 1992.

Is J372 VRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for J372 VRD shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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