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B191 CET

1990 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

152,502 mi
Last recorded152,502 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2006
Typical for 1990 BMW 3 Series120,696 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB191 CET
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2006 152,502 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2006 152,496 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

co level weak

corrosion to outer sills

front lower arm bushes splitting/collapsing

oil leak

rear exhaust box small blow

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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B191 CET is a 1990 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 B191 CET, 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 B191 CET?

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What year was B191 CET registered?

B191 CET is a 1990 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 24 May 1990.

Is B191 CET safe to buy?

The MOT history for B191 CET shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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