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UXJ 553L

1972 BMW 2002

Red Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

59,690 mi
Last recorded59,690 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 1972 BMW 200251,602 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUXJ 553L
MakeBMW
Model2002
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 59,690 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2024 58,531 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 57,262 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 55,124 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2022 51,755 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Brake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

clutch master cylinder leaking

Pass 2 Nov 2021 51,754 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 51,707 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 51,625 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 51,558 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2016 51,554 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 51,499 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2014 51,434 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 51,423 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2012 51,281 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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UXJ 553L is a 1972 BMW 2002 in Red with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 UXJ 553L, 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 UXJ 553L?

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What year was UXJ 553L registered?

UXJ 553L is a 1972 BMW 2002, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is UXJ 553L safe to buy?

The MOT history for UXJ 553L shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UXJ 553L have outstanding finance?

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