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TLO 5M

1973 BMW 3000

Black Petrol 2985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2013
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

57,987 mi
Last recorded57,987 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2012
Typical for 1973 BMW 300043,982 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTLO 5M
MakeBMW
Model3000
Year1973
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,985cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2012 57,987 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 57,794 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2011 57,794 miles

Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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TLO 5M is a 1973 BMW 3000 in Black with a 2,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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

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 TLO 5M, 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 TLO 5M?

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What year was TLO 5M registered?

TLO 5M is a 1973 BMW 3000, first registered on 18 September 1973.

Is TLO 5M safe to buy?

The MOT history for TLO 5M shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TLO 5M have outstanding finance?

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