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XMR 945K

1972 BMW 1602

Orange Petrol 1573cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

50,026 mi
Last recorded50,026 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2007
Typical for 1972 BMW 160242,152 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXMR 945K
MakeBMW
Model1602
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,573cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2007 50,026 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 20 Dec 2007 50,026 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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XMR 945K is a 1972 BMW 1602 in Orange with a 1,573cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XMR 945K, 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

How do I check the history of XMR 945K?

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What year was XMR 945K registered?

XMR 945K is a 1972 BMW 1602, first registered on 17 March 1972.

Is XMR 945K safe to buy?

The MOT history for XMR 945K 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.

Does XMR 945K have outstanding finance?

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