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M31 JTS

1995 BMW M3

Black Petrol 2990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

149,168 mi
Last recorded149,168 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 1995 BMW M3106,622 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM31 JTS
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,990cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 149,168 miles

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working eye level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2025 149,035 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2024 148,840 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 148,402 miles

unable to inspect brake pipes above fuel tank

Fail 8 Mar 2023 148,402 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

unable to inspect brake pipes above fuel tank

Pass 7 Mar 2022 148,116 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 147,895 miles

Slight lift/play in steering rack

Pass 9 Mar 2020 147,812 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 4 Mar 2019 147,338 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 5 Mar 2018 146,820 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 146,622 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 146,378 miles

Unable to inspect rear metal brake pipes fully, due to them going over fuel tank and rear axle.

Fail 29 Feb 2016 146,373 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Unable to inspect rear metal brake pipes fully, due to them going over fuel tank and rear axle.

Pass 13 Mar 2015 145,810 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2015 145,798 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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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M31 JTS is a 1995 BMW M3 in Black with a 2,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1995 BMW M3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 106,622 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 M31 JTS, 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 31 years old, this BMW M3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of M31 JTS?

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What year was M31 JTS registered?

M31 JTS is a 1995 BMW M3, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is M31 JTS safe to buy?

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