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LKJ 20L

1973 BMW Unknown

Black Petrol 746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2018
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

29,742 mi
Last recorded29,742 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLKJ 20L
MakeBMW
ModelUnknown
Year1973
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine746cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2017 29,742 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect slightly stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 1 Nov 2016 29,712 miles

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside due to the lens being in wrong position it has turned slightly in the headlight unit (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff shocks look bent and do not damp (2.4.A.3b)

Throttle operating incorrectly stiff and sticks open (6.2.1f)

How Reliable is the BMW Unknown?

Based on 3,578 MOT tests across 1,301 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
2,543
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
1,301
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7
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LKJ 20L is a 1973 BMW Unknown in Black with a 746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a BMW Unknown fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LKJ 20L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 53 years old, this BMW Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LKJ 20L registered?

LKJ 20L is a 1973 BMW Unknown, first registered on 26 July 1973.

Is LKJ 20L safe to buy?

The MOT history for LKJ 20L shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LKJ 20L have outstanding finance?

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