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MPE 699L

1972 BMW 2002

Blue Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

89,437 mi
Last recorded89,437 miles
Recorded on12 May 2017
Typical for 1972 BMW 200251,602 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMPE 699L
MakeBMW
Model2002
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2017 89,437 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 86,441 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 83,059 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 82,303 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2013 82,305 miles

Centre Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 80,817 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 80,494 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 80,034 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 79,152 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 78,789 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2006 78,543 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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MPE 699L is a 1972 BMW 2002 in Blue with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 MPE 699L, 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

How do I check the history of MPE 699L?

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What year was MPE 699L registered?

MPE 699L is a 1972 BMW 2002, first registered on 2 August 1972.

Is MPE 699L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MPE 699L shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MPE 699L have outstanding finance?

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