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HK51 TPY

2002 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1172cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

74,032 mi
Last recorded74,032 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW K Series28,823 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK51 TPY
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,172cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 74,032 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 71,844 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 67,790 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 63,782 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 61,650 miles

rear mono shock upper mount has slight play

Fail 11 Jul 2018 61,614 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2017 58,940 miles

Upper Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

front brake lever has little reserve travel

Pass 29 Mar 2016 57,639 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2015 55,516 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 54,128 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 50,910 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 18,874 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 43,791 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 38,816 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 31,112 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 24,430 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 15,710 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2005 10,974 miles

Steering damper has oil misting from seal

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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HK51 TPY is a 2002 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2002 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 28,823 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HK51 TPY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 24 years old, this BMW K Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HK51 TPY registered?

HK51 TPY is a 2002 BMW K Series, first registered on 30 January 2002.

Is HK51 TPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK51 TPY shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HK51 TPY have outstanding finance?

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