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D5 DRJ

1994 BMW 3 Series

Red Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

128,454 mi
Last recorded128,454 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2007
Typical for 1994 BMW 3 Series122,065 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD5 DRJ
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 16 Apr 2007 128,454 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

bolt missing at bottom engine cover

both rear shocks dust cover missing

exhaust undershield center adrift

power streering rezivor hoses slight leak

Pass 16 Apr 2007 128,454 miles

bolt missing at bottom engine cover

both rear shocks dust cover missing

exhaust undershield center adrift

power streering rezivor hoses slight leak

Pass 6 Apr 2006 123,430 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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D5 DRJ is a 1994 BMW 3 Series in Red with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 D5 DRJ, 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 D5 DRJ?

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What year was D5 DRJ registered?

D5 DRJ is a 1994 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 22 November 1994.

Is D5 DRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for D5 DRJ shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does D5 DRJ have outstanding finance?

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