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VRV 832K

1972 BMW 3 Series

Bronze Petrol 2985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,753 mi
Last recorded20,753 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2017
Typical for 1972 BMW 3 Series50,153 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVRV 832K
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1972
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,985cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 6 Jun 2017 20,753 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 20,685 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 May 2015 20,560 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2014 20,374 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 20,097 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 19,970 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 19,694 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 19,467 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 19,322 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 18,951 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 18,534 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 18,119 miles

steering joint dust cover split/missing

steering joint dust cover split/missing

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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VRV 832K is a 1972 BMW 3 Series in Bronze with a 2,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 50,153 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 VRV 832K, 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 54 years old, this BMW 3 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VRV 832K registered?

VRV 832K is a 1972 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 4 July 1972.

Is VRV 832K safe to buy?

The MOT history for VRV 832K shows 12 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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