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PTX 393L

1973 BMW 3 Series

Red Petrol 3002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2018
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

84,388 mi
Last recorded84,388 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2017
Typical for 1973 BMW 3 Series35,977 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPTX 393L
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,002cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 11 Oct 2017 84,388 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 83,457 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 82,646 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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PTX 393L is a 1973 BMW 3 Series in Red with a 3,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PTX 393L, 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 PTX 393L?

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What year was PTX 393L registered?

PTX 393L is a 1973 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 6 March 1973.

Is PTX 393L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PTX 393L 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 PTX 393L have outstanding finance?

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