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MMY 50L

1973 BMW 2002

Blue Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2021
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

19,924 mi
Last recorded19,924 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2020
Typical for 1973 BMW 200250,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMMY 50L
MakeBMW
Model2002
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2020 19,924 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2020 19,918 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam o/s and n/s (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam o/s and n/s (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2016 19,871 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 19,705 miles

n/s/r service brake low

How Reliable is the BMW 2002?

Based on 6,699 MOT tests across 942 vehicles.

74.7%
Pass Rate
411
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
942
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 309
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 286
brake binding 272
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 186
position lamp(s) not working 156
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MMY 50L is a 1973 BMW 2002 in Blue with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1973 BMW 2002 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 50,413 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 2002 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 309 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MMY 50L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 2002 typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 53 years old, this BMW 2002 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MMY 50L?

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What year was MMY 50L registered?

MMY 50L is a 1973 BMW 2002, first registered on 15 January 1973.

Is MMY 50L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MMY 50L 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.

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