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DRS 134J

1971 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 2986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2019
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,343 mi
Last recorded32,343 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2018
Typical for 1971 BMW 3 Series117,073 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRS 134J
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,986cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 7 Jul 2018 32,343 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 31,695 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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DRS 134J is a 1971 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 2,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 117,073 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 DRS 134J, 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 55 years old, this BMW 3 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DRS 134J?

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What year was DRS 134J registered?

DRS 134J is a 1971 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 31 December 1971.

Is DRS 134J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRS 134J shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DRS 134J have outstanding finance?

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