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UYS 378R

1973 BMW 3000

Silver Petrol 2985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2011
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

52,017 mi
Last recorded52,017 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2010
Typical for 1973 BMW 300043,982 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUYS 378R
MakeBMW
Model3000
Year1973
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,985cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2010 52,017 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2010 52,001 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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UYS 378R is a 1973 BMW 3000 in Silver with a 2,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 UYS 378R, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of UYS 378R?

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What year was UYS 378R registered?

UYS 378R is a 1973 BMW 3000, first registered on 31 December 1973.

Is UYS 378R safe to buy?

The MOT history for UYS 378R shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UYS 378R have outstanding finance?

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