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J230 NLL

1991 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2025
Tests27 (18 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

121,686 mi
Last recorded121,686 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2024
Typical for 1991 BMW 3 Series122,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ230 NLL
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 9 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2024 121,686 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 120,448 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2022 120,140 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2021 119,557 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive minor misting of oil on engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

engine swap fitted from 1990 car

Pass 20 Dec 2019 114,646 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN OUT INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Dec 2019 114,620 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced FLOOR HOLED (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN OUT INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Nov 2018 114,432 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2018 114,432 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 29 Nov 2017 114,162 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2017 114,162 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Dec 2016 113,426 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2016 113,426 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2015 112,962 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2015 112,962 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 5 Dec 2014 112,456 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2014 112,456 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2013 111,617 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Dec 2013 111,617 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 110,131 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 109,096 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2010 107,180 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 104,910 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 102,772 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 99,404 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 93,877 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2005 91,026 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Pass 29 Nov 2005 91,026 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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J230 NLL is a 1991 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 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 J230 NLL, 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 J230 NLL registered?

J230 NLL is a 1991 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is J230 NLL safe to buy?

The MOT history for J230 NLL shows 27 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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