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H806 YVH

1991 BMW 3 Series

Red Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

108,170 mi
Last recorded108,170 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2013
Typical for 1991 BMW 3 Series122,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH806 YVH
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2013 108,170 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2013 108,168 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2012 103,904 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

brake pad warning light on

Pass 3 Sep 2011 103,500 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Fail 3 Sep 2011 103,500 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2010 103,099 miles

brake pad wear light on dash

engine check light on dash

split in nearside rear tyre inner sidewall but not showing ply cords

Pass 14 Sep 2009 100,103 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

engine misfire

fuel pipes corroded

Fail 14 Sep 2009 100,103 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

engine misfire

fuel pipes corroded

Pass 8 Apr 2008 95,972 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 91,459 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 87,135 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2006 87,153 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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H806 YVH is a 1991 BMW 3 Series in Red with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1991 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 122,236 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 H806 YVH, 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 H806 YVH registered?

H806 YVH is a 1991 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 15 March 1991.

Is H806 YVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for H806 YVH shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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