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GKS 686N

1974 BMW 2002

Cream Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

65,633 mi
Last recorded65,633 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2017
Typical for 1974 BMW 200250,546 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGKS 686N
MakeBMW
Model2002
Year1974
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2017 65,633 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded pipes (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded pipes (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 20 Jul 2017 65,633 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded pipes (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 22 Jul 2016 64,737 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 63,808 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 62,948 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2013 62,051 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

steering idler bush has slight play

Pass 13 Aug 2013 62,051 miles

steering idler bush has slight play

Pass 24 Jun 2010 62,047 miles

Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

corrosion in n/s/f and boot floor outwith any prescribed areas

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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GKS 686N is a 1974 BMW 2002 in Cream with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1974 BMW 2002 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 50,546 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 GKS 686N, 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 52 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 GKS 686N registered?

GKS 686N is a 1974 BMW 2002, first registered on 3 December 1974.

Is GKS 686N safe to buy?

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