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MLX 77L

1972 BMW 3000

Blue Petrol 2985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2011
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,316 mi
Last recorded8,316 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2010
Typical for 1972 BMW 300059,337 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMLX 77L
MakeBMW
Model3000
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,985cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 28 Aug 2010 8,316 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 8,160 miles

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

nearside floor to sill rusty

Pass 30 Aug 2008 7,736 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 7,051 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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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MLX 77L is a 1972 BMW 3000 in Blue with a 2,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 BMW 3000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 59,337 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 MLX 77L, 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 54 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 MLX 77L registered?

MLX 77L is a 1972 BMW 3000, first registered on 6 October 1972.

Is MLX 77L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MLX 77L shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MLX 77L have outstanding finance?

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