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J302 CYP

1991 BMW 3 Series

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

152,876 mi
Last recorded152,876 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2009
Typical for 1991 BMW 3 Series122,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ302 CYP
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1991
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 25 Mar 2009 152,876 miles

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

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

chip in n/s headlamp

chip in windscreen

slight corrosion various parts of underbody and components some brake pipes and bodywork

slight play o/s/f anti roll bar link may need replacing soon

Pass 16 Oct 2007 146,044 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 136,252 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2005 128,484 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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J302 CYP is a 1991 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 J302 CYP, 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 J302 CYP?

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What year was J302 CYP registered?

J302 CYP is a 1991 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 1 November 1991.

Is J302 CYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for J302 CYP shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J302 CYP have outstanding finance?

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