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H409 CBE

1991 BMW 3 Series

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2023
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,413 mi
Last recorded56,413 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2022
Typical for 1991 BMW 3 Series122,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH409 CBE
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1991
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 21 Sep 2022 56,413 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 56,355 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 56,340 miles

Nearside Front Sill slightly damaged

Pass 12 Oct 2018 55,919 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 55,414 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 54,684 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 53,776 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 53,727 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 51,806 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 50,669 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 14 Jul 2011 49,465 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 47,506 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 45,670 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 44,512 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 42,126 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 22 Jun 2006 39,842 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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H409 CBE is a 1991 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 H409 CBE, 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 H409 CBE registered?

H409 CBE is a 1991 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 8 May 1991.

Is H409 CBE safe to buy?

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