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FRD 196L

1972 BMW 2002

Blue Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2020
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,259 mi
Last recorded31,259 miles
Recorded on13 May 2019
Typical for 1972 BMW 200251,602 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFRD 196L
MakeBMW
Model2002
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 13 May 2019 31,259 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 26,777 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 24,106 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 24,080 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 23,981 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 23,961 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 23,684 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 23,297 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 22,338 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 20,256 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 19,867 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 19,541 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2005 18,986 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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FRD 196L is a 1972 BMW 2002 in Blue with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FRD 196L, 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

How do I check the history of FRD 196L?

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What year was FRD 196L registered?

FRD 196L is a 1972 BMW 2002, first registered on 25 September 1972.

Is FRD 196L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FRD 196L shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FRD 196L have outstanding finance?

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