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LE02 SVY

2001 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2022
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

57,844 mi
Last recorded57,844 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2021
Typical for 2001 BMW K Series27,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLE02 SVY
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc
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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2021 57,844 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2021 57,844 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2020 55,790 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 53,411 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2019 53,411 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Aug 2018 50,113 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 13 Aug 2018 50,113 miles

Rear Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 21 Aug 2017 46,801 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2016 43,697 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2016 43,697 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 19 Feb 2016 42,211 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2016 42,211 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 19 Feb 2015 38,859 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2014 33,311 miles

pinch bolt missing on nearside fork leg

Pass 28 Feb 2013 30,041 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2011 27,586 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 22,474 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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LE02 SVY is a 2001 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2001 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.4% with a typical mileage of 27,606 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 LE02 SVY, 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 25 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 LE02 SVY registered?

LE02 SVY is a 2001 BMW K Series, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is LE02 SVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LE02 SVY shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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