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MGN 25L

1972 BMW 2002

Silver Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

49,863 mi
Last recorded49,863 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2014
Typical for 1972 BMW 200251,602 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGN 25L
MakeBMW
Model2002
Year1972
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2014 49,863 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 49,825 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 49,194 miles

oil leak

slight play in nearside front wheel bearing

Fail 20 Jul 2012 49,191 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

oil leak

slight play in nearside front wheel bearing

Pass 22 Jul 2011 49,029 miles

oil leak

rear brakes just passed increase and decrease test

slight play in nearside front wheel bearing

Pass 29 Jul 2010 48,676 miles

front and rear brakes slightly out of balance

parking brake just passed at 19%

Fail 20 Jul 2010 48,676 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

front and rear brakes slightly out of balance

parking brake just passed at 19%

Pass 26 Nov 2007 48,402 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Fail 21 Nov 2007 48,390 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 16 Jun 2006 48,283 miles

Exhaust fitment could be improved

O/S Rear light operation could be improved (slight earthing fault)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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MGN 25L is a 1972 BMW 2002 in Silver with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1972 BMW 2002 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 51,602 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 2002 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 309 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MGN 25L, 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 54 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 MGN 25L registered?

MGN 25L is a 1972 BMW 2002, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is MGN 25L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MGN 25L shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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