1990 BMW 3 Series 2.0L Petrol · G317 EBL
1990 BMW 3 Series (2.0L, petrol). First registered 15 Jun 1990. Recorded mileage 85,331 miles. MOT expired on 14 Oct 2024.
- Make & Model
- BMW 3 SERIES
- Year / Origin
- 1990 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 14 Oct 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 85,331 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
G317 EBL Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/10/2023
- 85,331 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
G317 EBL MOT History
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 1990 BMW 3 Series (G317 EBL) between September 2022 and October 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 16 October 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))”; “Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))”; “Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))”.
G317 EBL Mileage History
- 20/09/202285,331 mi
- 22/09/202285,331 mi
- 04/10/202385,331 mi
- 16/10/202385,331 mi
Average of roughly 0 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
Known faults for BMW 3 Series (E36)
Our database tracks 5 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (G317 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as G317EBL.
VOLKSWAGEN
GOLF
YAMAHA
RD125YPVS
VOLVO
700 Series
BMW
316
VOLKSWAGEN
GOLF
MASERATI
SPYDER
YAMAHA
VMX12 VMAX
BMW
PORSCHE
944
HONDA
CRM250RK
ROVER
MINI
HONDA
REVERE
BMW 3 SERIES Model Intelligence & Reliability
Verified MOT failure trends, buying advice, and technical directory specifications.
Owner-reported defects, recurring MOT failure points, and estimated repair costs.
Browse production generations, registration statistics, and trim variants.
Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 1990 model year cars.
- Cooling System OverhaulSerious
Plastic water pump impellers shatter, expansion tanks split along mould seams, and composite thermostat housings warp with age. A complete cooling overhaul is essential every 60k–80k miles.
- Rear Shock Mount TearingSerious
The sheet metal towers supporting the rear shock mounts can fatigue and tear out under rough road impacts, leaving the damper loose inside the boot.
- Rust (Arches/Jacking Points)Serious
Corrosion is endemic on UK E36s exposed to road salt. The rear wheel arch lips, outer and inner sill structures, and floor jacking points rust severely from the inside out.
Regional DVLA Registration Directory
Vehicles and registration batches issued by regional DVLA offices across the UK.
Recently Checked UK Vehicles
Live vehicle history checks and MOT records recently queried by UK car buyers.