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KM51 ZKE

2001 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

18,671 mi
Last recorded18,671 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW F Series20,603 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM51 ZKE
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 18,671 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2023 18,210 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2021 18,067 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 17,816 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2019
Pass 6 Aug 2018

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

Pass 11 Aug 2017 17,461 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 13 May 2016 17,298 miles
Fail 6 May 2016 17,282 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Pass 30 Apr 2015 17,144 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 16,743 miles
Fail 10 May 2013 16,407 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 10 May 2013 16,407 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 15,599 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 12,978 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 11,914 miles
Fail 25 May 2010 11,914 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 9 Jul 2009 11,121 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2009 11,109 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2008 9,604 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 8,424 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2007 8,371 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2005 7,812 miles

How Reliable is the BMW F Series?

Based on 92,321 MOT tests across 8,598 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
1,110
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
8,598
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 651
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 616
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 570
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 310
Horn not working 299
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KM51 ZKE is a 2001 BMW F Series in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2001 BMW F Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 20,603 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 F Series fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 651 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KM51 ZKE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW F Series typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 25 years old, this BMW F Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KM51 ZKE registered?

KM51 ZKE is a 2001 BMW F Series, first registered on 23 November 2001.

Is KM51 ZKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM51 ZKE shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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