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RGP 787R

1976 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

26,677 mi
Last recorded26,677 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2017
Typical for 1976 BMW 3 Series57,812 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRGP 787R
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2017 26,677 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 25,790 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 25,453 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 24,590 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 23,847 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2013 23,846 miles

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 23,401 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2012 23,401 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 22,029 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 21,666 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 3 Series?

Based on 12,840,406 MOT tests across 1,004,285 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
6,672
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,004,285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 485,475
Brake pipe excessively corroded 323,327
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 253,205
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 185,099
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 182,360
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RGP 787R is a 1976 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1976 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 57,812 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 3 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 485,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RGP 787R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 3 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 50 years old, this BMW 3 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RGP 787R?

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What year was RGP 787R registered?

RGP 787R is a 1976 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 6 August 1976.

Is RGP 787R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RGP 787R shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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