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KAU 493N

1986 BMW 2002

White Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2025
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

1,634 mi
Last recorded1,634 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2024
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKAU 493N
MakeBMW
Model2002
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2024 1,634 miles
Fail 16 May 2018 905 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2017 804 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 620 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases sight blow from middle (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2008 3,449 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 238 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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KAU 493N is a 1986 BMW 2002 in White with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 KAU 493N, 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 40 years old, this BMW 2002 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KAU 493N?

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What year was KAU 493N registered?

KAU 493N is a 1986 BMW 2002, first registered on 3 July 1986.

Is KAU 493N safe to buy?

The MOT history for KAU 493N shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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