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KGB 914N

1975 BMW 1602

Black Petrol 1573cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

27,159 mi
Last recorded27,159 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2022
Typical for 1975 BMW 160260,938 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKGB 914N
MakeBMW
Model1602
Year1975
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,573cc
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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2022 27,159 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 27,152 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 27,072 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 27,006 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 26,858 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 26,841 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 26,328 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 26,257 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 26,155 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 24,870 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 24,157 miles
Fail 26 May 2009 24,156 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Jun 2008 23,838 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 23,100 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 22,514 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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KGB 914N is a 1975 BMW 1602 in Black with a 1,573cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1975 BMW 1602 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 60,938 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 KGB 914N, 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 51 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 KGB 914N registered?

KGB 914N is a 1975 BMW 1602, first registered on 1 June 1975.

Is KGB 914N safe to buy?

The MOT history for KGB 914N shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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