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SMK 599Y

1983 BMW 2002

Green Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

73,143 mi
Last recorded73,143 miles
Recorded on21 May 2015
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSMK 599Y
MakeBMW
Model2002
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc
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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 May 2015 73,143 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 May 2014 70,611 miles

Please note few areas of the car has had underseal covered particulary around the rear suspension .Finger and thumb used appears to be ok however due to the underseal i am unable to visualy see what its covering

Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 21 May 2014 70,611 miles

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Please note few areas of the car has had underseal covered particulary around the rear suspension .Finger and thumb used appears to be ok however due to the underseal i am unable to visualy see what its covering

Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 6 May 2014 70,600 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

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

Pass 10 Dec 2012 70,222 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 19 Oct 2011 69,486 miles

Gear linkage is touching propshaft.intermittent.

Nearside Front Steering arm damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 19 Oct 2010 69,375 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 68,758 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2009 68,758 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Fail 20 Oct 2008 67,935 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 20 Oct 2008 67,935 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 67,410 miles

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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SMK 599Y is a 1983 BMW 2002 in Green with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SMK 599Y, 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 43 years old, this BMW 2002 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SMK 599Y registered?

SMK 599Y is a 1983 BMW 2002, first registered on 1 March 1983.

Is SMK 599Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for SMK 599Y shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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