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H556 HLP

1991 BMW 3 Series

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

6,820 mi
Last recorded6,820 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2019
Typical for 1991 BMW 3 Series122,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH556 HLP
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1991
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2019 6,820 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2019 6,820 miles

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 6,762 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 6,757 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 6,748 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 6,712 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 6,628 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 6,597 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 6,563 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 6,497 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 6,465 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 6,357 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 6,245 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 5,969 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 5,141 miles

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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H556 HLP is a 1991 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 H556 HLP, 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

How do I check the history of H556 HLP?

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What year was H556 HLP registered?

H556 HLP is a 1991 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 12 June 1991.

Is H556 HLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for H556 HLP shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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