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AUO 420L

1972 BMW 1602

Red Petrol 1573cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2019
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

6,922 mi
Last recorded6,922 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2018
Typical for 1972 BMW 160242,152 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAUO 420L
MakeBMW
Model1602
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,573cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2018 6,922 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Jun 2018 6,916 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 31 May 2017 6,903 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 6,768 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 1602?

Based on 635 MOT tests across 100 vehicles.

72.8%
Pass Rate
435
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
100
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 62
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 30
brake binding 28
Registration plate lamp not working 15
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 15
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AUO 420L is a 1972 BMW 1602 in Red with a 1,573cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1972 BMW 1602 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 42,152 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 1602 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 62 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AUO 420L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 1602 typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 54 years old, this BMW 1602 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AUO 420L?

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What year was AUO 420L registered?

AUO 420L is a 1972 BMW 1602, first registered on 1 October 1972.

Is AUO 420L safe to buy?

The MOT history for AUO 420L shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AUO 420L have outstanding finance?

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