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B15 OGS

1987 BMW 3 Series

Grey Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

124,460 mi
Last recorded124,460 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 1987 BMW 3 Series116,740 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB15 OGS
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1987
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 124,460 miles
Pass 24 May 2025 124,227 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2024 123,812 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 122,386 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 120,246 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 26 May 2021 120,246 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 120,244 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2017 120,164 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 120,157 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 120,118 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 118,900 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 28 May 2013 117,102 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 116,139 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 113,979 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 110,626 miles
Fail 29 May 2009 107,081 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 29 May 2009 107,081 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 102,231 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 102,203 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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B15 OGS is a 1987 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1987 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 116,740 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 B15 OGS, 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 39 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 B15 OGS registered?

B15 OGS is a 1987 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is B15 OGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for B15 OGS shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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