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1988 BMW 3161.8L Petrol

E488 UTX

Vehicle Insight Summary

With 64,271 miles recorded, this Black 1988 BMW 316 runs on Petrol with a 1766cc engine. MOT is not on record and tax is unpaid.

MOT

Expired

Expires 05/04/2026

Tax

No data

Mileage: 64,271
Fuel: Petrol
Year: 1988
Engine: 1766cc

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Public record health check: Average.

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

! Tax Status Unknown

✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)

! Older vehicle

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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: Apr 15, 2026, 04:56 PM

AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Registered in 1988, this BMW 316 with plate E488 UTX has undergone 2 MOT inspections since April 2024.

Across its entire MOT history, this BMW has a 100% success rate (2 passes and 0 fails). Such a high pass rate is a positive indicator of the car's general condition and maintenance history.

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