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HRU 2

1973 BMW 3000

Blue Petrol 3003cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2019
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,999 mi
Last recorded26,999 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2018
Typical for 1973 BMW 300043,982 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHRU 2
MakeBMW
Model3000
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,003cc
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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 26 Feb 2018 26,999 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 26,995 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 26,993 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 26,992 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 26,988 miles

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 21 May 2011 26,979 miles

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 19 Apr 2010 26,979 miles

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 21 Apr 2008 26,976 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 26,974 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 26,971 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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HRU 2 is a 1973 BMW 3000 in Blue with a 3,003cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 BMW 3000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 43,982 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 HRU 2, 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 53 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 HRU 2?

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What year was HRU 2 registered?

HRU 2 is a 1973 BMW 3000, first registered on 16 April 1973.

Is HRU 2 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HRU 2 shows 11 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 HRU 2 have outstanding finance?

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