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BMW 38L

1976 BMW 3 Series

Red Petrol 3295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

92,112 mi
Last recorded92,112 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2017
Typical for 1976 BMW 3 Series57,812 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBMW 38L
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,295cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2017 92,112 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 91,344 miles
Fail 20 May 2016 91,339 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 3 Jun 2013 90,726 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 89,887 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 89,364 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Aug 2009 88,652 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Fail 19 Aug 2009 88,652 miles

Steering box insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 24 Sep 2008 88,104 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 23 Sep 2008 88,104 miles

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 8 Jul 2006 86,632 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

How Reliable is the BMW 3 Series?

Based on 12,840,406 MOT tests across 1,004,285 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
6,672
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,004,285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 485,475
Brake pipe excessively corroded 323,327
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 253,205
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 185,099
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 182,360
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BMW 38L is a 1976 BMW 3 Series in Red with a 3,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1976 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 57,812 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 3 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 485,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BMW 38L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 3 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 50 years old, this BMW 3 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BMW 38L registered?

BMW 38L is a 1976 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 19 May 1976.

Is BMW 38L safe to buy?

The MOT history for BMW 38L shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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