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K16 MBM

2011 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

37,070 mi
Last recorded37,070 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW K Series20,786 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK16 MBM
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,649cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 37,070 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2024 35,126 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 33,740 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2022 32,630 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 31,303 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2021 24,782 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2021 24,782 miles

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jan 2020 21,243 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2019 17,641 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 15,365 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 10,264 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 10,048 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members Ball joints have slight play but not excessively worn. (2.3.4)

Pass 30 Apr 2016 8,990 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 6,261 miles
Fail 6 May 2015 6,261 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 25 Jun 2014 6,172 miles

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

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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K16 MBM is a 2011 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2011 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.2% with a typical mileage of 20,786 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 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 K16 MBM, 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 15 years old, this BMW K Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K16 MBM registered?

K16 MBM is a 2011 BMW K Series, first registered on 15 July 2011.

Is K16 MBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for K16 MBM shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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