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1987 BMW M32.3L PETROL

D196 BJB

Vehicle Insight Summary

This 1987 BMW M3 is a PETROL vehicle with a 2266cc engine. Currently it has no valid MOT recorded and is not currently taxed. The latest recorded mileage is unavailable.

MOT
Expired
Expires 22/01/2010
Tax
Untaxed
Expires 01/12/2009
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Fuel
PETROL
Year
1987
Engine
2266cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The most recent MOT entry for this vehicle is from January 2009. Given that the current date is in 2026, this record is extremely outdated and provides no reliable evidence regarding the vehicle's current mechanical state or legal roadworthiness. Based on the limited history provided between 2006 and 2009, the vehicle showed some minor issues, including worn and pitted brake discs in 2006 and a faulty stop lamp in 2008. The trend appeared to be improving or stable, as the vehicle achieved a clean pass in 2009 with no defects recorded. However, this historical trend is too old to be used as a predictor for the car's present condition. The recorded mileage of 195,023 miles is relatively low for a 39-year-old car, averaging approximately 5,000 miles per year. While this suggests the vehicle has not been subjected to high-intensity annual use, such low mileage can also imply the car has spent long periods standing idle. For a vehicle of this age, periods of inactivity can lead to the degradation of fluids, seals, and various rubber components. You must first verify that the vehicle has a valid, current MOT. When inspecting the car in person, you should prioritize a thorough check of the braking system and a close examination of all rubber hoses, seals, and suspension components for signs of age-related deterioration or damage caused by long periods of standing.

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45
/ 100 · Below Average

Public record health check: Below Average.

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
✓ Taxed
! No MOT history found
! Older vehicle
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Stolen
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Finance
Locked
Write-off
Locked
Salvage
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Imported
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Exported
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Scrapped
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Destruction
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V5C Logbook
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MOT Status

No MOT history available

No recorded MOT test history was found for this vehicle.