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LAZ 5739

1991 BMW 3 Series

Red Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2024
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

34,770 mi
Last recorded34,770 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2023
Typical for 1991 BMW 3 Series122,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLAZ 5739
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2023 34,770 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Jun 2023 34,770 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

excessive foot brake travel

Pass 19 Jul 2022 34,586 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 34,566 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 34,541 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 34,473 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 34,455 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 34,411 miles

NSF and OSF bump stops dislocated

Pass 24 Mar 2010 34,393 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 34,300 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 34,272 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 34,020 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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LAZ 5739 is a 1991 BMW 3 Series in Red with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 LAZ 5739, 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 LAZ 5739?

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What year was LAZ 5739 registered?

LAZ 5739 is a 1991 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is LAZ 5739 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LAZ 5739 shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LAZ 5739 have outstanding finance?

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