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H293 EBJ

1991 BMW 3 Series

Red Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

189,681 mi
Last recorded189,681 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2019
Typical for 1991 BMW 3 Series122,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH293 EBJ
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2019 189,681 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 189,547 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 185,597 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 10 Oct 2014 185,597 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Oct 2013 183,435 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2012 180,430 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 26 Nov 2011 177,335 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2011 177,330 miles

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 25 Oct 2010 174,355 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 171,316 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 171,068 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2007 170,234 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Upper Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Jun 2007 170,234 miles

Offside Rear Upper Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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H293 EBJ is a 1991 BMW 3 Series in Red with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 H293 EBJ, 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 H293 EBJ registered?

H293 EBJ is a 1991 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 1 January 1991.

Is H293 EBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for H293 EBJ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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