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SSN 394M

1973 BMW 2002

Yellow Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

60,386 mi
Last recorded60,386 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2017
Typical for 1973 BMW 200250,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSSN 394M
MakeBMW
Model2002
Year1973
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2017 60,386 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 60,237 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 60,206 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2015 60,206 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 60,112 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Aug 2013 59,995 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2012 59,983 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has excessive side play in the pivot and may disengage (3.1.4a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e) DANGEROUS

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

battray insure

Pass 10 Jul 2008 92,571 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 91,260 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 90,361 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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SSN 394M is a 1973 BMW 2002 in Yellow with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SSN 394M, 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 SSN 394M?

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What year was SSN 394M registered?

SSN 394M is a 1973 BMW 2002, first registered on 5 October 1973.

Is SSN 394M safe to buy?

The MOT history for SSN 394M shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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