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JYA 555K

1972 BMW 2000

White Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2025
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

86,061 mi
Last recorded86,061 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2024
Typical for 1972 BMW 200044,581 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJYA 555K
MakeBMW
Model2000
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2024 86,061 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2024 86,061 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2022 86,060 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 Feb 2020 86,024 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 85,832 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 85,734 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2016 85,734 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 Feb 2012 85,563 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2012 85,563 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2010 84,971 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

engine runs rough / idle speed irratic cab needs changing/ adjustment

nearside front steering idler arm has slght movement

How Reliable is the BMW 2000?

Based on 1,062 MOT tests across 144 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
456
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
144
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 46
brake binding 42
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 32
Stop lamp not working 29
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 25
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JYA 555K is a 1972 BMW 2000 in White with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1972 BMW 2000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 44,581 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 2000 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JYA 555K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 2000 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 54 years old, this BMW 2000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JYA 555K registered?

JYA 555K is a 1972 BMW 2000, first registered on 29 February 1972.

Is JYA 555K safe to buy?

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