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B14 JEM

1988 BMW 3 Series

White Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

65,691 mi
Last recorded65,691 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 1988 BMW 3 Series118,461 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB14 JEM
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 65,691 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 65,686 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2023 65,622 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 65,614 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2014 65,377 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 65,377 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Mar 2013 65,710 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 65,660 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 65,358 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 65,247 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 65,196 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 65,196 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 65,056 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 64,733 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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B14 JEM is a 1988 BMW 3 Series in White with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 B14 JEM, 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 B14 JEM?

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What year was B14 JEM registered?

B14 JEM is a 1988 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 29 January 1988.

Is B14 JEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for B14 JEM shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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