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BNC 869M

1974 BMW 3000

Blue Petrol 2985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2019
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

81,241 mi
Last recorded81,241 miles
Recorded on31 May 2018
Typical for 1974 BMW 300053,296 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNC 869M
MakeBMW
Model3000
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,985cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2018 81,241 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 81,413 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 81,399 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 78,195 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 70,813 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2009 70,716 miles

Nearside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 21 Jan 2008 69,769 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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BNC 869M is a 1974 BMW 3000 in Blue with a 2,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1974 BMW 3000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 53,296 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 BNC 869M, 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 52 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 BNC 869M?

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What year was BNC 869M registered?

BNC 869M is a 1974 BMW 3000, first registered on 1 April 1974.

Is BNC 869M safe to buy?

The MOT history for BNC 869M shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BNC 869M have outstanding finance?

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