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E3 OCU

1990 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2021
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

99,901 mi
Last recorded99,901 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2020
Typical for 1990 BMW 3 Series120,696 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE3 OCU
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 26 Aug 2020 99,901 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 99,859 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2018 98,845 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 98,802 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2015

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

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

Pass 17 May 2013 98,523 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 96,066 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 92,435 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Dec 2008 85,982 miles

Front bumper insecure

Oil leak

Rear bumper insecure

Pass 14 Dec 2007 84,704 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 81,841 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2005 80,999 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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E3 OCU is a 1990 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 E3 OCU, 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 E3 OCU?

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What year was E3 OCU registered?

E3 OCU is a 1990 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is E3 OCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for E3 OCU shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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