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E3 OPP

1990 BMW 3 Series

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

138,834 mi
Last recorded138,834 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 1990 BMW 3 Series120,696 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE3 OPP
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 138,834 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 138,786 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 138,530 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 138,352 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 133,820 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 131,053 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 130,444 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 128,449 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 125,954 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 119,463 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2009 116,048 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Apr 2009 116,048 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 10 Oct 2007 115,829 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2007 115,829 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

some brake pipes rusty

battery and positive terminal insecure

front brake pads low

fuel lines rusty

play in steering rack

power steering belt loose

Pass 20 Jul 2006 108,891 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 OPP is a 1990 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 OPP, 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 E3 OPP registered?

E3 OPP is a 1990 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 29 August 1990.

Is E3 OPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for E3 OPP shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E3 OPP have outstanding finance?

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