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G215 THR

1990 BMW 3 Series

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

144,060 mi
Last recorded144,060 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2025
Typical for 1990 BMW 3 Series120,696 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG215 THR
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2025 144,060 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2023 144,041 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 143,609 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

inner rack joints slight play

Pass 22 Aug 2014 143,554 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 143,189 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 143,165 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 142,516 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2011 142,516 miles

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

Offside Front brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 Jul 2010 140,969 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 140,452 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 132,761 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 141,438 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 134,960 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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G215 THR is a 1990 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 G215 THR, 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 G215 THR registered?

G215 THR is a 1990 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 14 June 1990.

Is G215 THR safe to buy?

The MOT history for G215 THR shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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