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H287 POA

1991 BMW 3 Series

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

166,599 mi
Last recorded166,599 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1991 BMW 3 Series122,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH287 POA
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 166,599 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2025 165,894 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 May 2024 164,875 miles
Pass 15 May 2023 164,596 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 163,789 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 163,060 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 162,940 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 162,654 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 161,840 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 16,139 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 160,679 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 160,451 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 7 Aug 2009 160,279 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 159,729 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 157,598 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 154,823 miles
Fail 26 May 2006 154,779 miles

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

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

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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H287 POA is a 1991 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1991 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 122,236 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 H287 POA, 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 35 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 H287 POA registered?

H287 POA is a 1991 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 1 February 1991.

Is H287 POA safe to buy?

The MOT history for H287 POA shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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