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GVT 635J

1971 BMW 2002

Orange Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2018
Tests19 (10 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate52.6%

Mileage

96,302 mi
Last recorded96,302 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2017
Typical for 1971 BMW 200257,498 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGVT 635J
MakeBMW
Model2002
Year1971
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

10 pass 9 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2017 96,302 miles

underside of vehicle has numerous repairs but is consistent with a vehicle of this age

Fail 13 Dec 2017 96,303 miles

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer sill (6.1.B.2)

Fail 25 Jul 2017 96,302 miles

Brake performance not tested all brakes seized (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner wing (6.1.B.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low plus dull (1.8)

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

Pass 7 Jul 2014 96,054 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2014 96,054 miles

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 20 May 2013 95,413 miles

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

underside of vehicle is consistant with a vehicle of this age

Pass 21 May 2012 95,025 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 8 Jun 2011 94,595 miles

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

slight amount of blue smoke at fast idle

Pass 8 Jun 2011 94,595 miles

slight amount of blue smoke at fast idle

Fail 31 May 2011 94,595 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 May 2010 93,549 miles
Fail 18 May 2010 93,535 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

off side rear brake sticking

Pass 5 May 2009 92,796 miles
Fail 5 May 2009 92,796 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Fail 21 Dec 2007 91,879 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Dec 2007 91,879 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2007 91,870 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

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

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 28 Dec 2006 90,950 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2005 90,118 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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GVT 635J is a 1971 BMW 2002 in Orange with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.6%.

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 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 GVT 635J, 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 GVT 635J registered?

GVT 635J is a 1971 BMW 2002, first registered on 18 May 1971.

Is GVT 635J safe to buy?

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