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SPO 201L

1973 BMW 3000

Red Petrol 3003cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2018
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

85,699 mi
Last recorded85,699 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2017
Typical for 1973 BMW 300043,982 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSPO 201L
MakeBMW
Model3000
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,003cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 26 Oct 2017 85,699 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 85,141 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 84,566 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2014 83,904 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 83,554 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 82,952 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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SPO 201L is a 1973 BMW 3000 in Red with a 3,003cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 SPO 201L, 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 SPO 201L?

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What year was SPO 201L registered?

SPO 201L is a 1973 BMW 3000, first registered on 7 March 1973.

Is SPO 201L safe to buy?

The MOT history for SPO 201L shows 6 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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