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TMF 17M

1974 BMW 2002

Blue Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

86,162 mi
Last recorded86,162 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2025
Typical for 1974 BMW 200250,546 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTMF 17M
MakeBMW
Model2002
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2025 86,162 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 14 Nov 2017 85,441 miles

Nearside Front Intermediate drop arm deformed but serviceable slight play in idler (2.2.C.1d)

both front seats backs worn

rear shock absorbers outer casings corroded

slight exhaust blow on rear silencer

Fail 12 Sep 2017 85,433 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Intermediate drop arm deformed but serviceable slight play in idler (2.2.C.1d)

rear shock absorbers outer casings corroding

slight exhaust blow on rear silencer

Pass 25 Apr 2016 85,202 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

n/s/f tyre perished on inner sidewall

nail in n/s/r tyre

under body has been welded and under sealed unable to fully assess condition.

Pass 21 Apr 2015 85,026 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 84,485 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 8 Jun 2006 84,084 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2006 84,079 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

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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TMF 17M is a 1974 BMW 2002 in Blue with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1974 BMW 2002 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 50,546 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 TMF 17M, 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 52 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 TMF 17M?

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What year was TMF 17M registered?

TMF 17M is a 1974 BMW 2002, first registered on 3 January 1974.

Is TMF 17M safe to buy?

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