CarVerify

Free Car Check

PLZ 3124

2001 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1200cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2021
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

28,889 mi
Last recorded28,889 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2020
Typical for 2001 BMW K Series27,606 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationPLZ 3124
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2020 28,889 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 28,690 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 28,505 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 28,062 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 27,554 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2016 27,553 miles

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Fail 10 Sep 2016 27,547 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 22 Aug 2015 26,540 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
Full BMW K Series reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

PLZ 3124 is a 2001 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 PLZ 3124, 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 PLZ 3124?

You can check the full history of PLZ 3124 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was PLZ 3124 registered?

PLZ 3124 is a 2001 BMW K Series, first registered on 21 June 2001.

Is PLZ 3124 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PLZ 3124 shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PLZ 3124 have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on PLZ 3124. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.