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OPU 752M

1973 BMW 2002

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

31,466 mi
Last recorded31,466 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2008
Typical for 1973 BMW 200250,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOPU 752M
MakeBMW
Model2002
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 15 Jul 2008 31,466 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 31,466 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2007 14,703 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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OPU 752M is a 1973 BMW 2002 in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1973 BMW 2002 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 50,413 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 OPU 752M, 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 53 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 OPU 752M?

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What year was OPU 752M registered?

OPU 752M is a 1973 BMW 2002, first registered on 26 October 1973.

Is OPU 752M safe to buy?

The MOT history for OPU 752M shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OPU 752M have outstanding finance?

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