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A1 EVF

1998 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests25 (22 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88%

Mileage

59,364 mi
Last recorded59,364 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW 3 Series106,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA1 EVF
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

22 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 59,364 miles
Pass 22 May 2025 59,164 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 58,133 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 57,843 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 57,197 miles
Pass 25 May 2021 56,006 miles
Fail 24 May 2021 56,006 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2020 54,895 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 53,165 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 51,345 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 49,338 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 47,079 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2015 43,891 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 41,821 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 40,138 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 34,105 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2012 34,105 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 31,727 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 28,063 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 22,731 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 20,084 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 18,751 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2006 17,021 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jul 2006 17,021 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2005 15,080 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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A1 EVF is a 1998 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88%.

Across all 1998 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 106,396 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 A1 EVF, 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 28 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 A1 EVF?

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What year was A1 EVF registered?

A1 EVF is a 1998 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is A1 EVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A1 EVF shows 25 tests with a 88% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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