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XFR 714L

1972 BMW 2000

Red Petrol 199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2019
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

78,721 mi
Last recorded78,721 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2018
Typical for 1972 BMW 200044,581 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXFR 714L
MakeBMW
Model2000
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine199cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2018 78,721 miles

Front coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Rear coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (3.7.B.3)

Pass 27 Feb 2017 78,159 miles

Body has slight corrosion all under (6.1.B.2)

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

Track rod end ball joint has slight play both sides (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 26 Feb 2016 77,842 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2016 77,838 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 May 2014 77,705 miles

Centre Rear 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)

How Reliable is the BMW 2000?

Based on 1,062 MOT tests across 144 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
456
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
144
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 46
brake binding 42
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 32
Stop lamp not working 29
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 25
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XFR 714L is a 1972 BMW 2000 in Red with a 199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1972 BMW 2000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 44,581 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 2000 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XFR 714L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 2000 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 54 years old, this BMW 2000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XFR 714L registered?

XFR 714L is a 1972 BMW 2000, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is XFR 714L safe to buy?

The MOT history for XFR 714L shows 5 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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