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325 JC

1988 BMW 3 Series

Red Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

52,327 mi
Last recorded52,327 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 1988 BMW 3 Series118,461 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration325 JC
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 52,327 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 3 Jun 2026 52,327 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 28 May 2025 52,137 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 52,123 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 52,092 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 52,056 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2021 51,989 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2021 51,989 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 26 May 2020 51,838 miles
Fail 26 May 2020 51,838 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2019 51,635 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2019 51,635 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

reverse lights not working

Pass 10 Dec 2013 50,578 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Feb 2013 49,407 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 17 Apr 2012 48,484 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Apr 2012 48,484 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 45,696 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Apr 2010 40,994 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2009 36,379 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 8 Apr 2008 30,839 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 10 Apr 2007 25,566 miles

advise rear silencer outer skin rusted through

Pass 20 Apr 2006 22,184 miles

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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325 JC is a 1988 BMW 3 Series in Red with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 1988 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 118,461 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 325 JC, 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 38 years old, this BMW 3 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 325 JC?

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What year was 325 JC registered?

325 JC is a 1988 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is 325 JC safe to buy?

The MOT history for 325 JC shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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