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UPP 388L

1973 BMW 3 Series

Green Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

14,242 mi
Last recorded14,242 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2017
Typical for 1973 BMW 3 Series35,977 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUPP 388L
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2017 14,242 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 13,730 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2016 13,704 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 10,512 miles

both front bottom ball joint dust covers slightly perished and require attention soon

mark in windscreen, not affecting driver view

offside rear wheel has a slight brake bind

Pass 22 Feb 2013 7,611 miles

brake pedal slightly soft

rear exhaust knocking

Pass 7 Nov 2011 6,838 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 6,757 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 6,727 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 6,705 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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UPP 388L is a 1973 BMW 3 Series in Green with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 UPP 388L, 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 UPP 388L?

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What year was UPP 388L registered?

UPP 388L is a 1973 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 21 June 1973.

Is UPP 388L safe to buy?

The MOT history for UPP 388L shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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