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KNH 285N

1974 BMW 1602

Red Petrol 1573cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

18,082 mi
Last recorded18,082 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2021
Typical for 1974 BMW 160236,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKNH 285N
MakeBMW
Model1602
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,573cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2021 18,082 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2018 16,798 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected subframe/cross meeber (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 26 May 2017 15,543 miles
Fail 23 May 2017 15,542 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 185/70/13 (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 16 May 2016 14,894 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 13,993 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 13,249 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 12,554 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 12,022 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2012 12,022 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Axle beam inappropriately repaired (2.4.A.2)

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2011 11,065 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 10,104 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 9,938 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 9,730 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 9,028 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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KNH 285N is a 1974 BMW 1602 in Red with a 1,573cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1974 BMW 1602 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 36,791 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 KNH 285N, 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 52 years old, this BMW 1602 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KNH 285N registered?

KNH 285N is a 1974 BMW 1602, first registered on 11 September 1974.

Is KNH 285N safe to buy?

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