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KWP 174N

1975 BMW 1602

Blue Petrol 1573cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

46,940 mi
Last recorded46,940 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2007
Typical for 1975 BMW 160260,938 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKWP 174N
MakeBMW
Model1602
Year1975
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,573cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2007 46,940 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 41,662 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

front springs fitted differently

no plates starting to deterioate

Fail 28 Mar 2006 41,662 miles

Offside Front Steering retaining device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

front springs fitted differently

no plates starting to deterioate

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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KWP 174N is a 1975 BMW 1602 in Blue with a 1,573cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 KWP 174N, 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 KWP 174N?

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What year was KWP 174N registered?

KWP 174N is a 1975 BMW 1602, first registered on 19 May 1975.

Is KWP 174N safe to buy?

The MOT history for KWP 174N shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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