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J831 HHG

1991 BMW 325

Red Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2026
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

108,479 mi
Last recorded108,479 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2025
Typical for 1991 BMW 325124,688 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ831 HHG
MakeBMW
Model325
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2025 108,479 miles

Offside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 6 Sep 2023 108,283 miles

Offside Front Fog light inoperative

Fail 1 Sep 2023 108,274 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Lower foglight not working

Fail 25 Aug 2023 108,270 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower foglight not working

How Reliable is the BMW 325?

Based on 4,679 MOT tests across 604 vehicles.

79.3%
Pass Rate
4,833
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
604
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 47
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 27
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J831 HHG is a 1991 BMW 325 in Red with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1991 BMW 325 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 124,688 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 325 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J831 HHG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 325 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 35 years old, this BMW 325 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J831 HHG registered?

J831 HHG is a 1991 BMW 325, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J831 HHG safe to buy?

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