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AVW 717L

1973 BMW 3000

Blue Petrol 3003cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

84,689 mi
Last recorded84,689 miles
Recorded on5 May 2006
Typical for 1973 BMW 300043,982 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAVW 717L
MakeBMW
Model3000
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,003cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2006 84,689 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 5 May 2006 84,689 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (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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AVW 717L is a 1973 BMW 3000 in Blue with a 3,003cc 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 AVW 717L, 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 AVW 717L?

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What year was AVW 717L registered?

AVW 717L is a 1973 BMW 3000, first registered on 1 June 1973.

Is AVW 717L safe to buy?

The MOT history for AVW 717L 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 AVW 717L have outstanding finance?

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