MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
52,816 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Slight brake bind n/s/f.
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Service brake is causing the steering wheel to severely pull one way (3.7.C.2)
Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
exhaust rubbers all perished
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)
Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)
all tyres perished
How Reliable is the BMW 3 Series?
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YTA 269L is a 1973 BMW 3 Series in Red with a 2,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 YTA 269L, 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.
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What year was YTA 269L registered?
YTA 269L is a 1973 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 16 February 1973.
Is YTA 269L safe to buy?
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