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J531 SRX

1991 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

102,339 mi
Last recorded102,339 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2019
Typical for 1991 BMW 3 Series122,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ531 SRX
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2019 102,339 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2018 97,994 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2017 92,148 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 83,927 miles

rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 12 Nov 2013 81,964 miles

Slight corrosion nearside rear wheel arch

handbrake lever travel high

Pass 14 Nov 2012 80,458 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 78,871 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Nov 2011 78,871 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2010 77,422 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 75,425 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2008 73,891 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 71,994 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 69,660 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2005 67,352 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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J531 SRX is a 1991 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 J531 SRX, 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 J531 SRX registered?

J531 SRX is a 1991 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 31 October 1991.

Is J531 SRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for J531 SRX shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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