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RUF 992M

1973 BMW 3 Series

Green Petrol 2985cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

78,932 mi
Last recorded78,932 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2007
Typical for 1973 BMW 3 Series35,977 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRUF 992M
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,985cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 26 Feb 2007 78,932 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

corrosion to o/s/f floor [non precribed area.

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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RUF 992M is a 1973 BMW 3 Series in Green with a 2,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RUF 992M, 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

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What year was RUF 992M registered?

RUF 992M is a 1973 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 15 November 1973.

Is RUF 992M safe to buy?

The MOT history for RUF 992M shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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