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EDF 800L

1972 BMW 3 Series

Red Petrol 2985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

88,817 mi
Last recorded88,817 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 1972 BMW 3 Series50,153 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEDF 800L
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,985cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 88,817 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2025 88,375 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2024 88,119 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2022 88,051 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 87,183 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2020 86,249 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 85,905 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 84,930 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 84,164 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 81,628 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 81,136 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 80,232 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 80,128 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2011 80,104 miles

Front registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Nearside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm which is adjustable, locking device missing (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm which is adjustable, locking device missing (2.4.G.1)

Rear registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Steering wheel weakened by cracks (2.1.1)

Pass 14 Aug 2009 79,754 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 79,129 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 78,148 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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EDF 800L is a 1972 BMW 3 Series in Red with a 2,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 EDF 800L, 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 EDF 800L registered?

EDF 800L is a 1972 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 20 October 1972.

Is EDF 800L safe to buy?

The MOT history for EDF 800L shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EDF 800L have outstanding finance?

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