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M3 JSX

1994 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 2990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

95,145 mi
Last recorded95,145 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 1994 BMW M3105,277 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM3 JSX
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,990cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 95,145 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2026 95,060 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule First one (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule First one (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2025 93,916 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All Tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2023 92,139 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Sep 2022 90,100 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 89,088 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 88,877 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2018 88,728 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2018 88,728 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 1 Nov 2016 88,588 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2016 88,588 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 11 Jan 2016 88,560 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 88,495 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 88,174 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 88,168 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 87,931 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 87,900 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 87,717 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Jan 2009 87,536 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 87,432 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 87,213 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 86,945 miles

Nearside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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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M3 JSX is a 1994 BMW M3 in Blue with a 2,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1994 BMW M3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 105,277 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 M3 JSX, 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 32 years old, this BMW M3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M3 JSX registered?

M3 JSX is a 1994 BMW M3, first registered on 21 October 1994.

Is M3 JSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for M3 JSX 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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