1987 BMW 3 Series 2.5L Petrol · B11 WSH
1987 BMW 3 Series (2.5L, petrol). First registered 01 Aug 1987. Recorded mileage 85,973 miles. MOT valid until 10 Jun 2027. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- BMW 3 SERIES
- Year / Origin
- 1987 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 10 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 85,973 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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B11 WSH Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/05/2026
- 85,973 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
B11 WSH MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 1987 BMW 3 Series (B11 WSH) between April 2024 and May 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 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.
B11 WSH Mileage History
- 27/04/202485,942 mi
- 12/06/202585,949 mi+7 mi
- 28/05/202685,973 mi+24 mi
Average of roughly 15 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for BMW 3 Series (E36)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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