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1991 BMW 3 Series 1.8L Petrol · H581 ECR

H581 ECR

1991 BMW 3 Series (1.8L, petrol). First registered 04/02/1991. Recorded mileage 146,594 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
BMW 3 SERIES
Year / Origin
1991 · Bournemouth
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 06/09/2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
146,594 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.8L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 06/09/2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1991
Engine
1796cc

H581 ECR Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 08/09/2025
  • 146,594 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
60
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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H581 ECR Mileage History

  1. 07/04/2022136,985 mi
  2. 27/04/2023139,501 mi+2,516 mi
  3. 28/05/2024144,690 mi+5,189 mi
  4. 08/09/2025146,594 mi+1,904 mi

Average of roughly 2,808 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

H581 ECR MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 13 Sept 2026, 15:57
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

4 MOT tests are recorded for this 1991 BMW 3 Series (H581 ECR) between April 2022 and September 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 3 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 3 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

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