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J2 ALJ

1991 BMW 325

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Mar 2027
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

186,985 mi
Last recorded186,985 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 1991 BMW 325124,688 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ2 ALJ
MakeBMW
Model325
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 10 Mar 2026 186,985 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle section (6.1.2 (a))

Central mid section exhaust corroded

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive side of the engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Mar 2025 185,891 miles

Exhaust mounting defective Central rear exhaust rubber missing (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2024 182,738 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

How Reliable is the BMW 325?

Based on 4,679 MOT tests across 604 vehicles.

79.3%
Pass Rate
4,833
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
604
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 47
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 27
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J2 ALJ is a 1991 BMW 325 in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1991 BMW 325 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 124,688 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 325 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J2 ALJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 325 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 35 years old, this BMW 325 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J2 ALJ registered?

J2 ALJ is a 1991 BMW 325, first registered on 29 November 1991.

Is J2 ALJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for J2 ALJ shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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