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JTA 551N

1975 BMW 3 Series

Brown Petrol 2985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

85,956 mi
Last recorded85,956 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2021
Typical for 1975 BMW 3 Series66,890 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJTA 551N
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1975
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,985cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2021 85,956 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 85,685 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 85,380 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2018 85,105 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 84,629 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 84,243 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 83,270 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 81,980 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 17 Dec 2013 81,604 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 8 Nov 2013 81,562 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Nov 2012 80,171 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 18 Jul 2011 69,687 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 69,526 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 69,478 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 69,460 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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JTA 551N is a 1975 BMW 3 Series in Brown with a 2,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1975 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 66,890 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 JTA 551N, 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 51 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 JTA 551N?

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What year was JTA 551N registered?

JTA 551N is a 1975 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 1 April 1975.

Is JTA 551N safe to buy?

The MOT history for JTA 551N shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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