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KPL 256P

1975 BMW 2002

Red Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

39,492 mi
Last recorded39,492 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2024
Typical for 1975 BMW 200242,917 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKPL 256P
MakeBMW
Model2002
Year1975
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2024 39,492 miles

Offside Front Lower wing loose

added 1 ltr of antifreeze water level was low

Pass 15 Sep 2023 38,949 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2022 38,603 miles

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

slight coolant leak

Pass 3 Sep 2018 38,537 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slight wear outer edge, 165/80-13. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2017 38,237 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 38,093 miles

Nearside Slight play in steering idler arm

Offside Outer Body has slight corrosion Rear of Sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Slight play in steering box.

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

Pass 28 Aug 2015 38,047 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 37,891 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 37,538 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 36,682 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 13 Aug 2012 36,672 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 34,057 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

rear exhaust has minor leak of exhaust gases

Fail 7 Jul 2011 34,054 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 29 Mar 2010 34,045 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2008 34,023 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2007 33,747 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2006 33,474 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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KPL 256P is a 1975 BMW 2002 in Red with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1975 BMW 2002 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 42,917 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 KPL 256P, 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 51 years old, this BMW 2002 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KPL 256P registered?

KPL 256P is a 1975 BMW 2002, first registered on 22 October 1975.

Is KPL 256P safe to buy?

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