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FNR 258L

1972 BMW 1602

Red Petrol 1573cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2024
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

26,961 mi
Last recorded26,961 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2023
Typical for 1972 BMW 160242,152 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFNR 258L
MakeBMW
Model1602
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,573cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2023 26,961 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 26,078 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 25,807 miles

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 19 May 2006 25,807 miles

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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FNR 258L 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 FNR 258L, 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

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What year was FNR 258L registered?

FNR 258L is a 1972 BMW 1602, first registered on 14 August 1972.

Is FNR 258L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FNR 258L 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 FNR 258L have outstanding finance?

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