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TDR 141L

1973 BMW 3 Series

Orange Petrol 2985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

20,306 mi
Last recorded20,306 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 1973 BMW 3 Series35,977 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTDR 141L
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1973
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,985cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 20,306 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2025 20,261 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2024 20,212 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2023 19,700 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 19,607 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2020 19,568 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 19,456 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 19,402 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 19,214 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 18,946 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 18,388 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 18,327 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2013 18,234 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 17,936 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 17,495 miles

O/S/R + N/S/R TYRES STARTING TO DETERIATE.

Fail 20 Feb 2010 17,495 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

O/S/R + N/S/R TYRES STARTING TO DETERIATE.

Pass 29 Dec 2008 16,614 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2007 16,450 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2006 16,353 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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TDR 141L is a 1973 BMW 3 Series in Orange with a 2,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 TDR 141L, 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 TDR 141L?

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What year was TDR 141L registered?

TDR 141L is a 1973 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 8 January 1973.

Is TDR 141L safe to buy?

The MOT history for TDR 141L shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TDR 141L have outstanding finance?

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