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XRC 355

1961 BMW 3000

Green Petrol 298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2011
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,588 mi
Last recorded31,588 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2010
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXRC 355
MakeBMW
Model3000
Year1961
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine298cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 18 Aug 2010 31,588 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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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XRC 355 is a 1961 BMW 3000 in Green with a 298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 XRC 355, 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 65 years old, this BMW 3000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of XRC 355?

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What year was XRC 355 registered?

XRC 355 is a 1961 BMW 3000, first registered on 27 October 1961.

Is XRC 355 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XRC 355 shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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