1990 BMW 3 2.5L Petrol · G507 BJH

The most recent MOT, carried out on 23 April 2025, was a clean PASS with no recorded defects, and the four earlier tests (2024, 2023, 2021 and 2019) were also clean. Across an eight‑year span the vehicle has shown no recurring fault warnings, suggesting that, at least from the MOT perspective, its condition has remained stable rather than deteriorating. Mileage is very low for a 1990 model – roughly 130 000 mi over 36 years, or about 3 600 mi per year. Such a figure can mean the car has been driven lightly, which may have reduced wear on consumables such as brakes, clutch and tyres. Conversely, low annual mileage can also indicate long periods of storage, during which seals can dry out and rust can develop unnoticed. The data do not allow a definitive conclusion, so the mileage signal should be treated as ambiguous. Because the MOT records contain no defects, the principal risk is not reflected in the official test results but lies in the age of the car. Components that typically age regardless of mileage – engine gaskets, rubber hoses, suspension bushings, and rust‑prone bodywork – may still be at the end of their service life. The lack of recorded faults does not guarantee that hidden wear or corrosion has not progressed. For a buyer, the first things to inspect in person are: A thorough visual check for any rust on the chassis, wheel arches and under‑body, especially where the car may have sat idle.