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GEL 133L

1973 BMW Unknown

White Petrol 3003cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

86,991 mi
Last recorded86,991 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGEL 133L
MakeBMW
ModelUnknown
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,003cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 86,991 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 86,476 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 86,210 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2022 85,839 miles

Nearside Front Floor Corroded

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Jul 2022 85,838 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Floor Corroded

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2021 85,171 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive Front of Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2020 84,116 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Jun 2020 84,114 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing track control arm (2.1.3 (d))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Steering locking device missing track control arm (2.1.3 (d))

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

How Reliable is the BMW Unknown?

Based on 3,578 MOT tests across 1,301 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
2,543
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
1,301
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7
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GEL 133L is a 1973 BMW Unknown in White with a 3,003cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a BMW Unknown fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GEL 133L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 53 years old, this BMW Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GEL 133L?

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What year was GEL 133L registered?

GEL 133L is a 1973 BMW Unknown, first registered on 29 June 1973.

Is GEL 133L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GEL 133L shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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