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JBD 673L

1973 BMW 2000

Blue Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

15,642 mi
Last recorded15,642 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2025
Typical for 1973 BMW 200053,618 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJBD 673L
MakeBMW
Model2000
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc
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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2025 15,642 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 15,127 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 12,560 miles

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

Underside of vehicle undersealed

Pass 31 Aug 2018 12,357 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 11,643 miles

Nearside Front tyre perished no cord showing at time of test

Nearside Rear Inner sill slightly corroded

Nearside Rear tyre perished no cord showing at time of test

Offside Front Outer sill slightly corroded

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front tyre perished no cord showing at time of test

Offside Rear Outer sill slightly corroded

Pass 19 Oct 2016 11,186 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 10,851 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 9,432 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2014 9,432 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Sep 2013 9,019 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 8,058 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 6,353 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 4,133 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2010 4,133 miles

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 26 Sep 2009 1,710 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2009 1,710 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 13 Sep 2008 99,082 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 92,705 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006

How Reliable is the BMW 2000?

Based on 1,062 MOT tests across 144 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
456
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
144
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 46
brake binding 42
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 32
Stop lamp not working 29
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 25
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JBD 673L is a 1973 BMW 2000 in Blue with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1973 BMW 2000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 53,618 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 2000 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JBD 673L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 2000 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 53 years old, this BMW 2000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of JBD 673L?

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What year was JBD 673L registered?

JBD 673L is a 1973 BMW 2000, first registered on 26 February 1973.

Is JBD 673L safe to buy?

The MOT history for JBD 673L shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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