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MCY 35L

1973 BMW 3000

Silver Petrol 3003cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2018
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,883 mi
Last recorded27,883 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2017
Typical for 1973 BMW 300043,982 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMCY 35L
MakeBMW
Model3000
Year1973
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,003cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 9 Nov 2017 27,883 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 27,656 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 27,441 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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MCY 35L is a 1973 BMW 3000 in Silver with a 3,003cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 MCY 35L, 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 MCY 35L?

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What year was MCY 35L registered?

MCY 35L is a 1973 BMW 3000, first registered on 1 April 1973.

Is MCY 35L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MCY 35L 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.

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