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FTM 468L

1972 BMW 3000

Blue Petrol 2985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

58,087 mi
Last recorded58,087 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2019
Typical for 1972 BMW 300059,337 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFTM 468L
MakeBMW
Model3000
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,985cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2019 58,087 miles

Both front lower suspension forward link arm bushes deteriorating

Nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit - 2mm

Various oil leaks

Pass 16 Nov 2017 58,087 miles

Central Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 7 Apr 2016 58,087 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 4 Apr 2016 58,087 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play idler (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play box (2.2.B.1f)

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

Parking brake lever insecure (3.1.3b)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2015 58,087 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 57,815 miles

both rear tyres cracked and perished

Pass 3 May 2012 57,731 miles

rear fuel pipe corroded

Pass 13 May 2011 57,100 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 56,059 miles

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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FTM 468L is a 1972 BMW 3000 in Blue with a 2,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FTM 468L, 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 FTM 468L?

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What year was FTM 468L registered?

FTM 468L is a 1972 BMW 3000, first registered on 7 September 1972.

Is FTM 468L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FTM 468L shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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