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TMC 329L

1973 BMW 3 Series

Not stated Petrol 2985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2020
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,374 mi
Last recorded2,374 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2019
Typical for 1973 BMW 3 Series35,977 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTMC 329L
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1973
ColourNot stated
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,985cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 30 Mar 2019 2,374 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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TMC 329L is a 1973 BMW 3 Series in Not stated with a 2,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test 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 TMC 329L, 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 TMC 329L?

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What year was TMC 329L registered?

TMC 329L is a 1973 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 18 June 1973.

Is TMC 329L safe to buy?

The MOT history for TMC 329L shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TMC 329L have outstanding finance?

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