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E11 DED

1990 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2022
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

86,744 mi
Last recorded86,744 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2021
Typical for 1990 BMW 3 Series120,696 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE11 DED
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2021 86,744 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2020 86,464 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 22 May 2018 86,418 miles
Fail 22 May 2018 86,418 miles

Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2016 86,146 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 84,151 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 83,913 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2009 80,944 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

corrosion on both rear brake discs

corrosion on fuel pipes at rear

Pass 3 Feb 2009 80,944 miles

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

corrosion on both rear brake discs

corrosion on fuel pipes at rear

Pass 18 Jun 2007 78,521 miles

steering rack slight play †bnoth sills corroded by jacking points

Pass 22 May 2006 74,342 miles

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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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E11 DED is a 1990 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 E11 DED, 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 E11 DED registered?

E11 DED is a 1990 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 13 August 1990.

Is E11 DED safe to buy?

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