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CMJ 316L

1972 BMW 3000

White Petrol 2985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

102,681 mi
Last recorded102,681 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 1972 BMW 300059,337 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCMJ 316L
MakeBMW
Model3000
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,985cc
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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 102,681 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2024 102,449 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 102,316 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 101,696 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 100,766 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 99,700 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2019 99,001 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 98,501 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 97,662 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 97,632 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2016 97,630 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Steering box insecure (2.2.B.1a)

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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CMJ 316L is a 1972 BMW 3000 in White with a 2,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1972 BMW 3000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 59,337 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 CMJ 316L, 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 54 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 CMJ 316L?

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What year was CMJ 316L registered?

CMJ 316L is a 1972 BMW 3000, first registered on 13 October 1972.

Is CMJ 316L safe to buy?

The MOT history for CMJ 316L shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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