CarVerify

Free Car Check

AIG 1233

1993 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 2494cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

185,063 mi
Last recorded185,063 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2022
Typical for 1993 BMW 3 Series121,886 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationAIG 1233
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2022 185,063 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 184,654 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 183,842 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 182,620 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 182,136 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 181,657 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 180,565 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 179,197 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 178,621 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 178,075 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 175,335 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 163,923 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2008 163,923 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Pass 3 May 2007 147,548 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2007 147,548 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

nsr tyre has slight sidewall damage

Pass 6 May 2006 130,486 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
Full BMW 3 Series reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

AIG 1233 is a 1993 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1993 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.7% with a typical mileage of 121,886 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 AIG 1233, 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 33 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 AIG 1233?

You can check the full history of AIG 1233 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was AIG 1233 registered?

AIG 1233 is a 1993 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 16 February 1993.

Is AIG 1233 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AIG 1233 shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AIG 1233 have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on AIG 1233. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.