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A18 YNX

1990 BMW 3 Series

Red Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

113,529 mi
Last recorded113,529 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 1990 BMW 3 Series120,696 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 YNX
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 113,529 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2024 113,163 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 112,902 miles
Pass 28 May 2022 112,755 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 112,364 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 111,759 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2017 111,162 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 110,815 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 110,245 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 109,651 miles
Fail 22 May 2014 109,651 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Jun 2013 109,182 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Mar 2012 108,212 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2012 108,212 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Aug 2010 107,398 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 106,249 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2008 105,091 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Jun 2008 105,091 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 104,081 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2007 104,081 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Apr 2006 102,596 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2006 102,596 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Rear Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

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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A18 YNX is a 1990 BMW 3 Series in Red with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 A18 YNX, 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

How do I check the history of A18 YNX?

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What year was A18 YNX registered?

A18 YNX is a 1990 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 26 January 1990.

Is A18 YNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A18 YNX shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A18 YNX have outstanding finance?

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