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E30 TJG

1990 BMW 3 Series

White Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

127,496 mi
Last recorded127,496 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2025
Typical for 1990 BMW 3 Series120,696 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE30 TJG
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2025 127,496 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 127,072 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 125,277 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 124,038 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2014 123,001 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 123,001 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 121,697 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 121,955 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 120,322 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 118,182 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 117,706 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2007 117,663 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Oct 2006 116,586 miles

nsf tyre close to limit.

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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E30 TJG is a 1990 BMW 3 Series in White with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 E30 TJG, 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

How do I check the history of E30 TJG?

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What year was E30 TJG registered?

E30 TJG is a 1990 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 1 August 1990.

Is E30 TJG safe to buy?

The MOT history for E30 TJG shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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