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J424 BAR

1991 BMW 3 Series

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

81,467 mi
Last recorded81,467 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 1991 BMW 3 Series122,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ424 BAR
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1991
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 81,467 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2025 81,279 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 80,611 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2023 80,027 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 79,605 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 79,601 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2021 79,601 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2020 79,436 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2019 78,369 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 77,475 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 76,654 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 75,828 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. handbrake (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 28 May 2015 74,949 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 74,756 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 29 Jun 2011 74,727 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 29 Jan 2010 73,676 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 69,784 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 67,169 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2007 64,340 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 62,194 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2006 62,193 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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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J424 BAR is a 1991 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 1,796cc 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 J424 BAR, 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 J424 BAR?

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What year was J424 BAR registered?

J424 BAR is a 1991 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 28 October 1991.

Is J424 BAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for J424 BAR 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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