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SPO 195M

1974 BMW 2000

Black Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2021
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

9,052 mi
Last recorded9,052 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2020
Typical for 1974 BMW 200078,330 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSPO 195M
MakeBMW
Model2000
Year1974
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2020 9,052 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2012

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.3.A.2)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Play in prop-shaft centre bearing

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

general corrosion to inner sills & floor pans

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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SPO 195M is a 1974 BMW 2000 in Black with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1974 BMW 2000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 78,330 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 2000 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SPO 195M, 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 52 years old, this BMW 2000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SPO 195M registered?

SPO 195M is a 1974 BMW 2000, first registered on 1 April 1974.

Is SPO 195M safe to buy?

The MOT history for SPO 195M shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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