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NPA 744L

1972 BMW 2002

Turquoise Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

71,624 mi
Last recorded71,624 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 1972 BMW 200251,602 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNPA 744L
MakeBMW
Model2002
Year1972
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 71,624 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 71,341 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 71,129 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 70,773 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2021 70,618 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2020 70,415 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 70,071 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

engine burning oil

Fail 6 Aug 2019 70,071 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

engine burning oil

Pass 9 Aug 2018 69,764 miles

engine burning oil

Fail 8 Aug 2018 69,764 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

engine burning oil

Pass 8 Aug 2017 69,169 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2017 69,167 miles

Nearside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Pass 2 Jul 2016 68,850 miles

Oil leak ()

scuff marks in screen

Pass 20 Jun 2015 67,647 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 66,565 miles

indicator tell tale light not working

Pass 21 Jun 2013 64,895 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2012 63,477 miles

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 Jun 2012 63,477 miles

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 61,588 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 59,035 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 58,428 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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NPA 744L is a 1972 BMW 2002 in Turquoise with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 NPA 744L, 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 NPA 744L?

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What year was NPA 744L registered?

NPA 744L is a 1972 BMW 2002, first registered on 5 September 1972.

Is NPA 744L safe to buy?

The MOT history for NPA 744L shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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