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1987 BMW M3 2.3L Petrol · D763 FYJ

D763 FYJ

1987 BMW M3 (2.3L, petrol). First registered 31 Dec 1987. Recorded mileage 248,044 km. MOT valid until 31 Aug 2027.

Make & Model
BMW M3
Year / Origin
1987 · Chester
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 31 Aug 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Odometer
248,044 km
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 2.3L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 31 Aug 2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1987
Engine
2266cc
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D763 FYJ Key Findings

  • 2 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 02/09/2026
  • 248,044 km recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

D763 FYJ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 24 Oct 2026, 03:12
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

2 MOT tests are recorded for this 1987 BMW M3 (D763 FYJ) between May 2025 and September 2026.

The record contains 2 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

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D763 FYJ Odometer History

  1. 21/05/2025154,127 mi
  2. 02/09/2026248,044 km

Average of roughly 73,149 km per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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1987 Common Problems
MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
85
/ 100 · Good
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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