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H589 DMY

1991 BMW 3 Series

Grey Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

119,201 mi
Last recorded119,201 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 1991 BMW 3 Series122,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH589 DMY
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1991
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 30 Aug 2025 119,201 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2024 118,707 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2023 118,158 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 117,783 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 115,955 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 115,037 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

brake pad warning light on, pads not worn

Pass 25 May 2019 112,295 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 May 2018 110,751 miles

brake pad warning light on

Pass 30 May 2017 109,326 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 108,133 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 107,071 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 106,598 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 105,279 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 104,718 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 103,488 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 102,490 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 101,783 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 99,519 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 97,579 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2006 94,660 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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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H589 DMY is a 1991 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 H589 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

How do I check the history of H589 DMY?

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What year was H589 DMY registered?

H589 DMY is a 1991 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 28 January 1991.

Is H589 DMY safe to buy?

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