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F20 SER

1990 BMW 3 Series

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

118,366 mi
Last recorded118,366 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 1990 BMW 3 Series120,696 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF20 SER
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1990
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 118,366 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 117,644 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 117,610 miles

o/s mirror lense cracked

power steering slightly faulty

Pass 23 Mar 2011 117,405 miles

Oil leak

Pass 15 Aug 2008 114,922 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2008 114,922 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) excessively damaged (2.3.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Apr 2007 113,035 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 103,030 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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F20 SER is a 1990 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 F20 SER, 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 F20 SER?

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What year was F20 SER registered?

F20 SER is a 1990 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 8 January 1990.

Is F20 SER safe to buy?

The MOT history for F20 SER shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F20 SER have outstanding finance?

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