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A8 PWR

1994 BMW 3 Series

Red Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

93,740 mi
Last recorded93,740 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 1994 BMW 3 Series122,065 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 PWR
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 15 Jun 2026 93,740 miles
Pass 28 May 2025 93,230 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 92,549 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 91,646 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2022 90,702 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 89,210 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Feb 2020 87,796 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 85,946 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 82,966 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 79,457 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 74,517 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Feb 2015 70,175 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 65,446 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 60,743 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 55,531 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 49,718 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 48,176 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 47,153 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 45,636 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 44,756 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 43,182 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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A8 PWR is a 1994 BMW 3 Series in Red with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1994 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 122,065 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 A8 PWR, 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 32 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 A8 PWR?

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What year was A8 PWR registered?

A8 PWR is a 1994 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 4 January 1994.

Is A8 PWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 PWR shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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