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FOE 589L

1972 BMW 2000

Orange Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2024
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

11,424 mi
Last recorded11,424 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2023
Typical for 1972 BMW 200044,581 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFOE 589L
MakeBMW
Model2000
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2023 11,424 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 11,280 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2021 11,280 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 11,210 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Jul 2018 11,124 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2018 11,124 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Aug 2017 10,920 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Jul 2017 10,903 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement brake binding (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Steering pivot point has slight play idler (2.2.B.1g)

evidence of previous welded repairs to underside of vehicle

Pass 20 Jul 2016 10,813 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (7.1.2)

Steering pivot point has slight play idler (2.2.B.1g)

evidence of previous welded repairs to underside of vehicle

gearbox not working as it should, advise attention

oil leaks

prop shaft front coupling in poor condition

Fail 20 Jul 2016 10,813 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement brake binding (3.5.1k)

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (7.1.2)

Steering pivot point has slight play idler (2.2.B.1g)

evidence of previous welded repairs to underside of vehicle

gearbox not working as it should, advise attention

oil leaks

prop shaft front coupling in poor condition

Fail 4 Jul 2016 10,809 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement brake binding (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement brake binding (3.5.1k)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (7.1.2)

Steering pivot point has slight play idler (2.2.B.1g)

brake test not carried out due to gearbox problem

evidence of previous welded repairs to underside of vehicle

oil leaks

prop shaft front coupling in poor condition

Pass 10 Jul 2015 10,691 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 16 Jul 2014 10,521 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 10,293 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2013 10,293 miles

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Fail 11 Jul 2012 10,200 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Jul 2012 10,200 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 10,085 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2011 10,085 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 May 2010 9,854 miles
Fail 5 May 2010 9,846 miles

Offside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 18 Jan 2008 9,782 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 9,725 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2006 9,481 miles

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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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FOE 589L is a 1972 BMW 2000 in Orange with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1972 BMW 2000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 44,581 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 FOE 589L, 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 54 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 FOE 589L registered?

FOE 589L is a 1972 BMW 2000, first registered on 1 October 1972.

Is FOE 589L safe to buy?

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