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H56 DMY

1991 BMW 3 Series

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

103,022 mi
Last recorded103,022 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2020
Typical for 1991 BMW 3 Series122,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH56 DMY
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2020 103,022 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 103,015 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 May 2017 102,921 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2015 102,835 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 31 Oct 2015 102,835 miles

Centre Front Obligatory mirror missing rear view mirror (8.1.1)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working side light (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working side light (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivot(s) retaining device insecure button on handbrake (3.1.4b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 31 May 2014 102,557 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 102,463 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 102,087 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2012 102,087 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Nov 2010 101,827 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 100,811 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2008 98,057 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 93,527 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 89,285 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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H56 DMY is a 1991 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 H56 DMY, 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 H56 DMY registered?

H56 DMY is a 1991 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 15 March 1991.

Is H56 DMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for H56 DMY shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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