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GEL 261L

1994 BMW 3 Series

Green Petrol 3003cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

4,213 mi
Last recorded4,213 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2006
Typical for 1994 BMW 3 Series122,065 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGEL 261L
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,003cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2006 4,213 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2005 3,974 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2005 3,974 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Front Front passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)

Nearside Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.D1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.D1)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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GEL 261L is a 1994 BMW 3 Series in Green with a 3,003cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1994 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 122,065 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 GEL 261L, 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 32 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 GEL 261L registered?

GEL 261L is a 1994 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 24 January 1994.

Is GEL 261L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GEL 261L shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GEL 261L have outstanding finance?

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