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M877 VNN

2001 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

92,045 mi
Last recorded92,045 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW K Series27,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM877 VNN
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 92,045 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2024 91,540 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 89,193 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 88,105 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 81,929 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2020 78,134 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 75,912 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 72,730 miles

Nearside front indicator lamp damaged.

Fail 3 Apr 2018 72,714 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii) DANGEROUS

Nearside front indicator lamp damaged.

Pass 7 Mar 2017 99,085 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 98,562 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion Both (2.3.3)

Fail 1 Jul 2015 98,959 miles

Front Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

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

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 20 Jun 2014 96,103 miles

clutch cable very stiff

Fail 20 Jun 2014 96,103 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

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

clutch cable very stiff

Fail 20 Jun 2013 92,385 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2013 92,385 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 85,228 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2012 85,228 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 77,985 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 18 May 2010 69,751 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 66,805 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 65,724 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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M877 VNN is a 2001 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 M877 VNN, 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 M877 VNN registered?

M877 VNN is a 2001 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 June 2001.

Is M877 VNN safe to buy?

The MOT history for M877 VNN shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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