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MGN 19L

1972 BMW 2000

Blue Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2023
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

23,369 mi
Last recorded23,369 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2022
Typical for 1972 BMW 200044,581 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGN 19L
MakeBMW
Model2000
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc
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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2022 23,369 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2022 23,369 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 60,587 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2021 60,587 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Sep 2020 60,332 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

slight split on rear exhaust silencer

Pass 20 Sep 2019 59,506 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 57,971 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 May 2017 56,718 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 55,700 miles
Fail 11 May 2016 55,665 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut loose All three (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 21 May 2015 53,086 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 51,698 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 50,917 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 48,791 miles
Fail 14 May 2012 48,788 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 16 May 2011 47,566 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 46,726 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 45,893 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2008 45,886 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Front passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

no rear seats or seat belts fitted at time test.

Pass 12 Oct 2007 45,443 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Oct 2006 44,253 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 2000?

Based on 1,062 MOT tests across 144 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
456
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
144
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 46
brake binding 42
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 32
Stop lamp not working 29
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 25
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MGN 19L is a 1972 BMW 2000 in Blue with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 1972 BMW 2000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 44,581 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 2000 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MGN 19L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 2000 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 54 years old, this BMW 2000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MGN 19L?

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What year was MGN 19L registered?

MGN 19L is a 1972 BMW 2000, first registered on 20 December 1972.

Is MGN 19L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MGN 19L shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MGN 19L have outstanding finance?

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