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A17 FKU

1990 BMW 3 Series

Purple Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

135,221 mi
Last recorded135,221 miles
Recorded on25 May 2024
Typical for 1990 BMW 3 Series120,696 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA17 FKU
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1990
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 May 2024 135,221 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2022 134,677 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2021 134,207 miles

Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear tyres stretched

Pass 13 May 2020 133,157 miles

slight blow from exhaust

tyres stretched on rear

Pass 6 Apr 2019 132,936 miles

EXHAUST LEAK

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH WORN INSIDE (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 132,545 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 131,088 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 131,062 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 129,741 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 123,133 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 123,133 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 122,845 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 119,158 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 113,609 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 113,489 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2008 113,489 miles

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 21 Apr 2007 112,908 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2006 111,579 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 18 Apr 2006 111,579 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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A17 FKU is a 1990 BMW 3 Series in Purple with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1990 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 120,696 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 A17 FKU, 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 36 years old, this BMW 3 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A17 FKU registered?

A17 FKU is a 1990 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 31 August 1990.

Is A17 FKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A17 FKU shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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