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K155 RCH

2001 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

63,785 mi
Last recorded63,785 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW R Series34,490 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK155 RCH
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 20 Apr 2026 63,785 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 62,482 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Apr 2024 59,893 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 57,149 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Apr 2022 56,188 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 55,639 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 55,458 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 53,993 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 52,345 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 50,157 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 48,858 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 46,517 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 44,637 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2012 41,826 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 37,573 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 37,136 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 34,310 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 32,635 miles

Offside Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 14 Dec 2006 30,290 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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K155 RCH is a 2001 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 K155 RCH, 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 K155 RCH registered?

K155 RCH is a 2001 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is K155 RCH safe to buy?

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