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J124 OPA

1991 BMW 3 Series

White Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

159,741 mi
Last recorded159,741 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 1991 BMW 3 Series122,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ124 OPA
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 159,741 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2024 154,420 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 150,254 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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))

Pass 27 Oct 2022 145,068 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 139,634 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 135,938 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 123,969 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 122,602 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 118,520 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 112,245 miles

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four (3.5.1i)

play in o/s rack

Pass 3 Dec 2014 111,872 miles

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Dec 2013 111,710 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2012 111,535 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2012 111,535 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Dec 2011 109,981 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2010 108,710 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2010 108,710 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2009 108,296 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 107,335 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 106,701 miles

both front suspension bushes slight play

Pass 18 Dec 2006 10,570 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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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J124 OPA is a 1991 BMW 3 Series in White with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 J124 OPA, 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 J124 OPA?

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What year was J124 OPA registered?

J124 OPA is a 1991 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J124 OPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for J124 OPA shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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