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GPH 961K

1971 BMW 2002

Green Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2018
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

5,400 mi
Last recorded5,400 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2017
Typical for 1971 BMW 200257,498 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGPH 961K
MakeBMW
Model2002
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2017 5,400 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Offside Rear brake caliper modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Steering rack modified, but not inappropriately (2.2.C.1e)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 4,863 miles

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

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

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

n/s/f tyre slight side wall damage

Pass 7 Jun 2013 3,059 miles

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

Fail 7 Jun 2013 3,055 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2012 1,350 miles

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

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

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

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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GPH 961K is a 1971 BMW 2002 in Green with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1971 BMW 2002 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 57,498 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 GPH 961K, 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 55 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 GPH 961K registered?

GPH 961K is a 1971 BMW 2002, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is GPH 961K safe to buy?

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