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BRD 4K

1972 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 2985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2019
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

55,667 mi
Last recorded55,667 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2018
Typical for 1972 BMW 3 Series50,153 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBRD 4K
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,985cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2018 55,667 miles

floors slight corrosion

Pass 20 Jul 2016 55,488 miles

slight under-body surface rust.

Pass 19 May 2015 54,763 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 51,635 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

slight cracking both fromt strut mounts

surface corrosion both rear sills

Fail 9 May 2007 51,620 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Front Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a) DANGEROUS

cracking to both front strut mounts

engine over heated

surface corrosion both rear sills

Pass 11 May 2006 49,751 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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BRD 4K is a 1972 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 2,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1972 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 50,153 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 BRD 4K, 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 54 years old, this BMW 3 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BRD 4K registered?

BRD 4K is a 1972 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 7 January 1972.

Is BRD 4K safe to buy?

The MOT history for BRD 4K shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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