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KGM 776P

1975 BMW 1602

Blue Petrol 1573cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

79,066 mi
Last recorded79,066 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2016
Typical for 1975 BMW 160260,938 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKGM 776P
MakeBMW
Model1602
Year1975
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,573cc
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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2016 79,066 miles

blue smoke on start up

slight blow from centre exhaust

slight free play in steering

slight play in steering ldler

Pass 18 Jul 2015 77,512 miles

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

intermittant blue smoke emitted from exhaust

slight lift in steering idler

slight play in offside front steering control ball joint

steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel

Fail 12 Aug 2014 76,033 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

intermitant blue smoke emitted from exhaust

lift in steering idler

offside and nearside front floor pans heavily corroded

offside and nearside front tyre walls heavily cracked

front propshaft rubber uj severly split and debonded

Pass 12 Aug 2014 76,033 miles

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

intermitant blue smoke emitted from exhaust

lift in steering idler

offside and nearside front floor pans heavily corroded

offside and nearside front tyre walls heavily cracked

front propshaft rubber uj severly split and debonded

Pass 22 Jun 2013 74,242 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 22 Jun 2013 74,242 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 3 Jul 2012 71,846 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2012 71,846 miles

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Jul 2007 71,437 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 71,142 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 1602?

Based on 635 MOT tests across 100 vehicles.

72.8%
Pass Rate
435
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
100
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 62
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 30
brake binding 28
Registration plate lamp not working 15
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 15
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KGM 776P is a 1975 BMW 1602 in Blue with a 1,573cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1975 BMW 1602 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 60,938 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 1602 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 62 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KGM 776P, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 1602 typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 51 years old, this BMW 1602 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KGM 776P?

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What year was KGM 776P registered?

KGM 776P is a 1975 BMW 1602, first registered on 29 October 1975.

Is KGM 776P safe to buy?

The MOT history for KGM 776P shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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