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RO51 WVG

2001 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

33,970 mi
Last recorded33,970 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2019
Typical for 2001 BMW K Series27,606 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO51 WVG
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2019 33,970 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2018 32,982 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 32,687 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 32,675 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 31,167 miles

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

Fail 6 Aug 2014 28,439 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2014 28,439 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2013 27,886 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2012 27,065 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 25,132 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 24,325 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2010 24,325 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2009 22,592 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 21,144 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 19,352 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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RO51 WVG is a 2001 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 RO51 WVG, 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 RO51 WVG registered?

RO51 WVG is a 2001 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is RO51 WVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO51 WVG shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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