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J3 MSS

1991 BMW 3 Series

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

10,578 mi
Last recorded10,578 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2025
Typical for 1991 BMW 3 Series122,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ3 MSS
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2025 10,578 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 10,473 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2023 10,390 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 10,365 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 10,295 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 10,150 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 10,022 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2019 10,021 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))

Pass 9 Aug 2018 9,895 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 9,772 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 9,554 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 9,421 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 9,307 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 9,179 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 9,022 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 8,834 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 8,569 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 8,280 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 7,989 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 7,646 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 7,124 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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J3 MSS is a 1991 BMW 3 Series in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 J3 MSS, 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 J3 MSS?

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What year was J3 MSS registered?

J3 MSS is a 1991 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 5 August 1991.

Is J3 MSS safe to buy?

The MOT history for J3 MSS shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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