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J5 TNC

1994 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 2990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

97,563 mi
Last recorded97,563 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 1994 BMW M3105,277 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ5 TNC
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,990cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 97,563 miles
Pass 23 May 2025 97,010 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 97,006 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 96,677 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 96,013 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 94,978 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2015 94,023 miles

Minor P/S fluid leak

Nearside Rear Suspension arm which is adjustable, loose in adjustment threads (2.4.G.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Jun 2015 94,023 miles

Minor P/S fluid leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jun 2014 93,769 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 93,143 miles
Fail 20 May 2013 93,140 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 93,056 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 92,177 miles
Fail 26 May 2011 92,177 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 23 Jan 2010 89,888 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Nov 2008 86,772 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2008 86,765 miles

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Inner Rear Upper Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

chip in windscreen

plastic outer cover sills fitted

Pass 28 Nov 2007 82,702 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 16 Oct 2006 79,747 miles

How Reliable is the BMW M3?

Based on 440,678 MOT tests across 34,038 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
3,682
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
34,038
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,421
Brake pipe excessively corroded 7,386
coil spring incomplete 5,157
coil spring fractured 4,494
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,944
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J5 TNC is a 1994 BMW M3 in Blue with a 2,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1994 BMW M3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 105,277 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW M3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,421 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J5 TNC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW M3 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 32 years old, this BMW M3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J5 TNC registered?

J5 TNC is a 1994 BMW M3, first registered on 4 August 1994.

Is J5 TNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for J5 TNC shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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