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KWP 990K

1971 BMW 3000

White Petrol 2985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

10,687 mi
Last recorded10,687 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2015
Typical for 1971 BMW 300010,128 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKWP 990K
MakeBMW
Model3000
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,985cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2015 10,687 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 9 Aug 2014 10,068 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside outer and inner sill has surface corrosion, not falling through when pushed

Oil leak

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

rear bumper corrosion

Pass 19 Oct 2012 70,377 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 86,840 miles

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

front disks rusted

rear disks rusted

Pass 30 Oct 2009 8,460 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emits blue smoke at idle (7.4.A.1)

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Propshaft component defective

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

both front shock absorber gaiters are deteriorated

both nearside and offside sub-frame bushes are deteriorated

Pass 11 Jun 2008 8,370 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 8,096 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2006 845 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Brake servo insecurely mounted (3.6.A.2a)

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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KWP 990K is a 1971 BMW 3000 in White with a 2,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1971 BMW 3000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 10,128 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 KWP 990K, 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 55 years old, this BMW 3000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KWP 990K registered?

KWP 990K is a 1971 BMW 3000, first registered on 22 December 1971.

Is KWP 990K safe to buy?

The MOT history for KWP 990K shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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