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H189 XVJ

1991 BMW M3

Black Petrol 2302cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

153,741 mi
Last recorded153,741 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 1991 BMW M3136,306 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH189 XVJ
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,302cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 153,741 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 153,710 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 153,606 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 153,061 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 152,311 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 150,924 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2013 149,685 miles

Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 6 Apr 2013 149,685 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 148,241 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 146,304 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 143,896 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 141,671 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 140,245 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 138,982 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2005 135,328 miles

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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H189 XVJ is a 1991 BMW M3 in Black with a 2,302cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1991 BMW M3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 136,306 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 H189 XVJ, 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 35 years old, this BMW M3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of H189 XVJ?

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What year was H189 XVJ registered?

H189 XVJ is a 1991 BMW M3, first registered on 4 June 1991.

Is H189 XVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for H189 XVJ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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