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HK51 KKL

2001 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

38,732 mi
Last recorded38,732 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW R Series34,490 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK51 KKL
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 38,732 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2025 36,668 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2024 34,621 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 32,726 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 30,990 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 29,519 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Dec 2019 28,439 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2018 26,468 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 20 Sep 2017 23,354 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 21,930 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2014 21,901 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 2 Sep 2014 21,901 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 25 Jun 2013 21,527 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 21,527 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 21,205 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

fuel cap water drain appears to be blocked,water sitting around neck of cap

Pass 4 Jul 2009 19,707 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 18,975 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 14,718 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 14,600 miles

ADVISE: SMALL METALLIC SPLINTERS IN BOTH TYRES!

Pass 22 Mar 2006 12,828 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2005 12,696 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Pass 30 Nov 2005 12,696 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R Series?

Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,463
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
25,486
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,440
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,086
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 603
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 553
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 532
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HK51 KKL is a 2001 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2001 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 34,490 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 R Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,440 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HK51 KKL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R Series typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 25 years old, this BMW R Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HK51 KKL registered?

HK51 KKL is a 2001 BMW R Series, first registered on 29 November 2001.

Is HK51 KKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK51 KKL shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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