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J963 OPC

1991 BMW 3 Series

White Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

132,785 mi
Last recorded132,785 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 1991 BMW 3 Series122,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ963 OPC
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 132,785 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2025 132,770 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 132,600 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2023 132,490 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2022 132,325 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2021 132,208 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 8 Jun 2021 132,208 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2019 131,936 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2019 131,936 miles

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2018 131,581 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 131,508 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 131,506 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 131,498 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 131,415 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2013 131,415 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Pass 20 Jun 2012 131,200 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 130,789 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 130,582 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 130,175 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 127,853 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 122,300 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 118,071 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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J963 OPC is a 1991 BMW 3 Series in White with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 J963 OPC, 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

How do I check the history of J963 OPC?

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What year was J963 OPC registered?

J963 OPC is a 1991 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 9 August 1991.

Is J963 OPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for J963 OPC shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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