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KJ51 AKP

2001 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

45,214 mi
Last recorded45,214 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW R Series34,490 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ51 AKP
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 45,214 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2024 44,021 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2023 43,040 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2022 41,397 miles

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear hub pivot bearings have slight freeplay (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2020 39,948 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear hub pivot bearings have slight freeplay (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 38,456 miles

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement hub pivot bearings have slight free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 35,755 miles

abs system warning light stays on

Pass 21 Apr 2017 32,597 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play rear hub pivot bearings (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 6 Apr 2016 29,642 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play rear hub pivot (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 10 Apr 2015 26,681 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 24,138 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 31 Mar 2014 24,138 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 22 Apr 2013 21,996 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2013 21,996 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 3 Dec 2009 21,873 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 20,026 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 19,426 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2006 19,406 miles

Offside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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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KJ51 AKP is a 2001 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 KJ51 AKP, 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

How do I check the history of KJ51 AKP?

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What year was KJ51 AKP registered?

KJ51 AKP is a 2001 BMW R Series, first registered on 12 October 2001.

Is KJ51 AKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for KJ51 AKP shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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