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PKE 287L

1972 BMW 3000

Orange Petrol 2985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2019
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

12,297 mi
Last recorded12,297 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2018
Typical for 1972 BMW 300059,337 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPKE 287L
MakeBMW
Model3000
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,985cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2018 12,297 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 12,273 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 12,155 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 12,134 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2011 12,132 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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PKE 287L is a 1972 BMW 3000 in Orange with a 2,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 PKE 287L, 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

How do I check the history of PKE 287L?

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What year was PKE 287L registered?

PKE 287L is a 1972 BMW 3000, first registered on 31 December 1972.

Is PKE 287L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PKE 287L shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PKE 287L have outstanding finance?

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