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N18 YKE

2001 BMW K Series

Green Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

61,878 mi
Last recorded61,878 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW K Series27,606 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN18 YKE
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 61,878 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 May 2025 61,840 miles

Brake warning light flashing

OS inner drive shaft gaiter deteriorated

Fail 28 Apr 2025 61,839 miles

Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Brake warning light flashing

OS inner drive shaft gaiter deteriorated

Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 60,796 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jan 2019 60,423 miles

Offside Rear Inner cv cover leaking grease

Pass 11 Jan 2018 59,723 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2018 59,723 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Dec 2016 58,902 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 58,896 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 58,885 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn bobbins (3.2.A1l)

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 12 Apr 2014 50,204 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2014 49,806 miles

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

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Pass 2 Mar 2013 41,072 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 37,014 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 34,341 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 32,507 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 30,449 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 28,841 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2007 24,021 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2007 24,021 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 22,536 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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N18 YKE is a 2001 BMW K Series in Green with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 N18 YKE, 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 N18 YKE registered?

N18 YKE is a 2001 BMW K Series, first registered on 22 June 2001.

Is N18 YKE safe to buy?

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