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PMF 686L

1973 BMW 2002

Green Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2018
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

93,345 mi
Last recorded93,345 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2017
Typical for 1973 BMW 200250,413 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPMF 686L
MakeBMW
Model2002
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 7 Oct 2017 93,345 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2016 92,564 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 91,657 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 90,820 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Nov 2013 89,444 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2012 88,485 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 87,665 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Dec 2010 86,763 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2009 85,747 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2008 84,827 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2007 84,048 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2006 82,812 miles

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Nov 2005 81,876 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

slight play in osf drop arm from steering box,light corrosion to rear of bulkhead

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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PMF 686L is a 1973 BMW 2002 in Green with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 PMF 686L, 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

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What year was PMF 686L registered?

PMF 686L is a 1973 BMW 2002, first registered on 27 March 1973.

Is PMF 686L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PMF 686L shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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