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JCA 654

1973 BMW 2002

White Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2025
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

72,753 mi
Last recorded72,753 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2024
Typical for 1973 BMW 200250,413 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJCA 654
MakeBMW
Model2002
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2024 72,753 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2023 72,618 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2023 72,618 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Seat belt not functioning as intended Fastening clasp not working. (7.1.2 (c))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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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JCA 654 is a 1973 BMW 2002 in White with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1973 BMW 2002 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 50,413 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 JCA 654, 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 53 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 JCA 654?

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What year was JCA 654 registered?

JCA 654 is a 1973 BMW 2002, first registered on 13 April 1973.

Is JCA 654 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JCA 654 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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