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ABW 222K

1972 BMW 2002

Red Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

93,712 mi
Last recorded93,712 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2017
Typical for 1972 BMW 200251,602 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationABW 222K
MakeBMW
Model2002
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2017 93,712 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 93,467 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2015 92,523 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2015 92,523 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Offside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front suspension bushes perished

Pass 24 Apr 2014 92,509 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 24 Apr 2014 92,509 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2013 91,864 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 90,363 miles
Fail 1 May 2012 90,323 miles

Offside Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 13 May 2011 82,179 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 82,084 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2009 81,845 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 81,489 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2007 81,067 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Feb 2007 81,067 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2006 80,819 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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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ABW 222K is a 1972 BMW 2002 in Red with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1972 BMW 2002 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 51,602 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 ABW 222K, 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 54 years old, this BMW 2002 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ABW 222K registered?

ABW 222K is a 1972 BMW 2002, first registered on 30 December 1972.

Is ABW 222K safe to buy?

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