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CSL 30

1974 BMW 3000

Silver Petrol 3003cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jun 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

76,918 mi
Last recorded76,918 miles
Recorded on7 May 2025
Typical for 1974 BMW 300053,296 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCSL 30
MakeBMW
Model3000
Year1974
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,003cc
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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 May 2025 76,918 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 76,558 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 74,111 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2022 74,054 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 74,006 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 73,965 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 73,885 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 73,826 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 73,808 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 73,765 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 73,736 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 73,733 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2011 73,712 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 Jun 2011 73,712 miles
Fail 11 May 2011 73,712 miles

Front Anti-roll bar missing (2.4.G.1)

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivots or their associated mountings are insecure (3.1.4b)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

inside of off side sill is starting to rust

near side front coil spring comes out of its seat when hung

Pass 14 May 2010 73,712 miles
Fail 14 May 2010 73,712 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 19 Jun 2008 73,712 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

unable to see condition of brake pads

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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CSL 30 is a 1974 BMW 3000 in Silver with a 3,003cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 CSL 30, 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 CSL 30?

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What year was CSL 30 registered?

CSL 30 is a 1974 BMW 3000, first registered on 6 March 1974.

Is CSL 30 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CSL 30 shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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