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BEL 604A

1990 BMW 3 Series

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2009
Tests9 (3 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

124,797 mi
Last recorded124,797 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2010
Typical for 1990 BMW 3 Series120,696 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBEL 604A
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

3 pass 6 fail
Fail 16 Sep 2010 124,797 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

rear brake discs in a poor condition worn and corroded

suspension lowering springs fitted front and rear

underbody corrosion /treated with underseal in some areas / sill covers fitted preventing inspection

Fail 25 Mar 2010 124,795 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Fail 22 Jan 2010 124,790 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nail in offside front tyre

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

offside front wheel bearing noisey

surface corrosion to inner sills, outer sills (alough covers fitted can't inspect fully) and rear inner arches

Fail 27 Jan 2009 120,996 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

Fail 8 Aug 2008 119,799 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

boot area not fully tested

brake warning light on

general oil leaks

o/s/f and n/s/r wheel centre trims missing

plastic sill covers

rear brake pads worn

some corrosion in o/s/r inner wing

Pass 8 Aug 2008 119,799 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

boot area not fully tested

brake warning light on

general oil leaks

o/s/f and n/s/r wheel centre trims missing

plastic sill covers

rear brake pads worn

some corrosion in o/s/r inner wing

Pass 4 Sep 2007 118,748 miles

exhaust system corroded

oil leaks evident from engine and gearbox areas

slight oil leak from rocker cover area

washers poor

Pass 16 Aug 2006 11,799 miles

as per original vt32 no 182487926285

Fail 15 Aug 2006 11,799 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

dash brake warning light on

general engine and transmition oil leaks

n/s washer jet aim poor

o/s/f wheel center trim missing

plastic sill covers

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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BEL 604A is a 1990 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1990 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 120,696 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BEL 604A, 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 36 years old, this BMW 3 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BEL 604A registered?

BEL 604A is a 1990 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 23 February 1990.

Is BEL 604A safe to buy?

The MOT history for BEL 604A shows 9 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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