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LV51 EFM

2001 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

16,111 mi
Last recorded16,111 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2008
Typical for 2001 BMW K Series27,606 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV51 EFM
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2008 16,111 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 26 Sep 2007 14,946 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2007 14,946 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2006 11,525 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2005 9,748 miles

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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LV51 EFM is a 2001 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LV51 EFM, 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

How do I check the history of LV51 EFM?

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What year was LV51 EFM registered?

LV51 EFM is a 2001 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is LV51 EFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV51 EFM shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LV51 EFM have outstanding finance?

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