MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
64,101 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Engine speed to fast
Offside Rear Standard fitment seat belt missing ()
Offside Rear Standard fitment seat belt missing ()
Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Position lamp switch does not illuminate the front and rear position lamps with a single operation (1.1.A.2)
Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)
throttle sticks on
How Reliable is the BMW 3000?
Based on 1,414 MOT tests across 176 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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FTY 831L is a 1973 BMW 3000 in Orange with a 3,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 FTY 831L, 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.
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How do I check the history of FTY 831L?
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What year was FTY 831L registered?
FTY 831L is a 1973 BMW 3000, first registered on 24 May 1973.
Is FTY 831L safe to buy?
The MOT history for FTY 831L shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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