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J44 TTO

1998 BMW 3 Series

Silver Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2007
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

150,109 mi
Last recorded150,109 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2006
Typical for 1998 BMW 3 Series106,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ44 TTO
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 24 Oct 2006 150,109 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2005 138,841 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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J44 TTO is a 1998 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 106,396 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 J44 TTO, 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 28 years old, this BMW 3 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J44 TTO?

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What year was J44 TTO registered?

J44 TTO is a 1998 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 9 October 1998.

Is J44 TTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for J44 TTO shows 2 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 J44 TTO have outstanding finance?

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