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MBW 399N

1975 BMW 3 Series

Red Petrol 2985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2018
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,926 mi
Last recorded21,926 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2017
Typical for 1975 BMW 3 Series66,890 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Finance
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMBW 399N
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1975
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,985cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 21 Jun 2017 21,926 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 21,290 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2013 21,846 miles

Nearside front brake binding slightly

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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MBW 399N is a 1975 BMW 3 Series in Red with a 2,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MBW 399N, 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 MBW 399N?

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What year was MBW 399N registered?

MBW 399N is a 1975 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 6 May 1975.

Is MBW 399N safe to buy?

The MOT history for MBW 399N shows 3 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 MBW 399N have outstanding finance?

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