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VGU 20M

1974 BMW 2002

Silver Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

91,522 mi
Last recorded91,522 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 1974 BMW 200250,546 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVGU 20M
MakeBMW
Model2002
Year1974
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 17 Jun 2026 91,522 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2025 91,347 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 91,191 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 90,918 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 90,877 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 90,141 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 90,004 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 89,975 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 89,138 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 88,716 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 88,225 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 87,910 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 87,554 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 87,255 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 86,969 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 12 Jul 2008 86,699 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 9 Jul 2007 86,073 miles

oil leak on gear box

slight play in steering box drop arm shaft

Pass 4 Aug 2006 85,788 miles

slight oil leak on engine # gear box

slight play in top colume bush

Pass 14 Jul 2005 85,632 miles

n/s outer track rod end rubber boot split

slight play in steering box

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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VGU 20M is a 1974 BMW 2002 in Silver with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 VGU 20M, 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

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What year was VGU 20M registered?

VGU 20M is a 1974 BMW 2002, first registered on 30 April 1974.

Is VGU 20M safe to buy?

The MOT history for VGU 20M shows 19 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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