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E2 MRP

1990 BMW 3 Series

Red Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

96,622 mi
Last recorded96,622 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 1990 BMW 3 Series120,696 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE2 MRP
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 96,622 miles

Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Jun 2025 96,087 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2024 94,776 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 92,992 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2023 92,992 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2016 91,949 miles

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

slight oil leak from engine compartment under vehicle

Pass 27 May 2015 90,436 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 88,897 miles

Oil leak

Pass 5 Jun 2013 88,063 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 87,219 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2011 86,322 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 84,758 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 82,572 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 81,411 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 79,551 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 77,650 miles

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

brake pad warning light on

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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E2 MRP is a 1990 BMW 3 Series in Red with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 E2 MRP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E2 MRP registered?

E2 MRP is a 1990 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 1 August 1990.

Is E2 MRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for E2 MRP shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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