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R545 CGH

1997 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 BMW 3 Series110,506 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR545 CGH
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 6 Dec 2008

h/brake travel could be improved

n/s/r tyre wearing low

rear exhaust corroded

slight play in steering rack inner joints

Pass 8 Dec 2007 103,861 miles

3rd stop light n/w

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 17 Nov 2006 94,959 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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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R545 CGH is a 1997 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 110,506 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R545 CGH, 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 29 years old, this BMW 3 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R545 CGH?

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What year was R545 CGH registered?

R545 CGH is a 1997 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R545 CGH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R545 CGH shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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