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HGB 333L

1973 BMW 3 Series

Silver Petrol 2985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

46,371 mi
Last recorded46,371 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2017
Typical for 1973 BMW 3 Series35,977 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHGB 333L
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1973
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,985cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2017 46,371 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 46,098 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 44,162 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 43,430 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 42,031 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 41,447 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 40,983 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2011 40,982 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 40,233 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 38,742 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 36,280 miles

n/s rear tyre has damage to outer side wall advise check on regular basis

Pass 24 Jul 2007 35,877 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 35,004 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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HGB 333L is a 1973 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 2,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1973 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 35,977 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 HGB 333L, 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 53 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 HGB 333L?

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What year was HGB 333L registered?

HGB 333L is a 1973 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 22 February 1973.

Is HGB 333L safe to buy?

The MOT history for HGB 333L shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HGB 333L have outstanding finance?

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