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H422 NRX

1990 BMW M3

Red Petrol 2302cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

180,475 mi
Last recorded180,475 miles
Recorded on3 May 2019
Typical for 1990 BMW M3130,933 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH422 NRX
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,302cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 May 2019 180,475 miles

Nearside Rear inner wheel arch corroded

Nearside inner sill corroded

Offside Front chassi leg corroded

Offside inner sill corroded

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

play in steering rack

Pass 9 May 2018 180,044 miles
Fail 8 May 2018 180,044 miles

Offside Front Service brake indicates brake bind (3.7.D.2a)

Pass 14 Nov 2016 180,020 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 179,727 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 179,249 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2014 179,249 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Oct 2013 178,508 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 178,022 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2011 177,394 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Sep 2011 177,394 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 1 Jul 2010 173,695 miles

warning lamp on - on dash

Fail 30 Jun 2010 173,694 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

warning lamp on - on dash

Pass 27 Jun 2009 166,747 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2009 166,263 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 26 Jun 2008 150,193 miles

both front tyres slightly worn

fuel lines starting to corrode

Pass 2 Jul 2007 129,191 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 109,200 miles

How Reliable is the BMW M3?

Based on 440,678 MOT tests across 34,038 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
3,682
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
34,038
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,421
Brake pipe excessively corroded 7,386
coil spring incomplete 5,157
coil spring fractured 4,494
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,944
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H422 NRX is a 1990 BMW M3 in Red with a 2,302cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 1990 BMW M3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 130,933 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW M3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,421 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H422 NRX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW M3 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 36 years old, this BMW M3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H422 NRX registered?

H422 NRX is a 1990 BMW M3, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is H422 NRX safe to buy?

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