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BMW 72L

1973 BMW 3000

Silver Petrol 3143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Dec 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

62,772 mi
Last recorded62,772 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2019
Typical for 1973 BMW 300043,982 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBMW 72L
MakeBMW
Model3000
Year1973
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,143cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2019 62,772 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2019 62,772 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 62,659 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 62,601 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 62,501 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 62,478 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 62,400 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly chafed (3.6.B.2c)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 4 Apr 2014 62,400 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pipe slightly chafed (3.6.B.2c)

Front Fuel hose slightly damaged (7.2.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

nearside rear brake binding

Pass 24 May 2008 61,687 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 61,875 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 61,804 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 3000?

Based on 1,414 MOT tests across 176 vehicles.

77.9%
Pass Rate
274
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
176
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 87
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 52
position lamp(s) not working 42
brake binding 34
Stop lamp not working 32
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BMW 72L is a 1973 BMW 3000 in Silver with a 3,143cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1973 BMW 3000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 43,982 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 3000 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 87 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BMW 72L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 3000 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 53 years old, this BMW 3000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BMW 72L?

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What year was BMW 72L registered?

BMW 72L is a 1973 BMW 3000, first registered on 19 September 1973.

Is BMW 72L safe to buy?

The MOT history for BMW 72L shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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