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J278 OJT

1991 BMW 3 Series

White Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

109,205 mi
Last recorded109,205 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 1991 BMW 3 Series122,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ278 OJT
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 109,205 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2025 108,487 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2024 107,961 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2023 107,433 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2022 106,774 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 106,257 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2020 106,192 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 105,884 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 105,537 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 105,162 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 104,922 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 104,669 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 104,446 miles

O/S washer jet slightly weak

Pass 31 Aug 2012 104,132 miles

Front bump stops heavily worn

Fail 30 Jul 2011 103,768 miles

Both front bump stops in poor condition

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Jul 2011 103,768 miles

Both front bump stops in poor condition

Pass 10 Jul 2010 103,545 miles

front and rear tyres differant makes

rear anti-roll bar top bushes showing splits

Pass 25 Jul 2009 103,293 miles

front and rear tyres differant makes

rear silencer starting to break up inside

Pass 8 Jul 2008 102,734 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 101,637 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2007 101,637 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 11 Jul 2006 98,485 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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J278 OJT is a 1991 BMW 3 Series in White with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 J278 OJT, 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 J278 OJT registered?

J278 OJT is a 1991 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J278 OJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for J278 OJT shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J278 OJT have outstanding finance?

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