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J697 BWP

1991 BMW 3 Series

White Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

150,256 mi
Last recorded150,256 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2007
Typical for 1991 BMW 3 Series122,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ697 BWP
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 23 Jan 2007 150,256 miles

chip in windscreen

noise from n/s/r suspect wheel bearing noise

oil residue around rear diff axle

suspect backplate catching n/s/r brake assembly

Pass 18 Jan 2006 141,289 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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J697 BWP is a 1991 BMW 3 Series in White with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 J697 BWP, 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 J697 BWP registered?

J697 BWP is a 1991 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 9 October 1991.

Is J697 BWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for J697 BWP 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.

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