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LPC 268K

1972 BMW 1602

Red Petrol 1602cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

80,342 mi
Last recorded80,342 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2016
Typical for 1972 BMW 160242,152 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLPC 268K
MakeBMW
Model1602
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,602cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2016 80,342 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 80,295 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 80,191 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 80,157 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 80,041 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 13 Aug 2011 79,747 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 13 Aug 2011 79,745 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 12 Aug 2010 79,472 miles

brake pipes rusty under bonnet

exhaust blow maniflod area

Pass 7 Aug 2009 78,575 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 77,508 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2008 77,508 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 15 Aug 2007 76,843 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 75,655 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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LPC 268K is a 1972 BMW 1602 in Red with a 1,602cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 LPC 268K, 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 LPC 268K registered?

LPC 268K is a 1972 BMW 1602, first registered on 1 May 1972.

Is LPC 268K safe to buy?

The MOT history for LPC 268K shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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