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T873 SOU

2000 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

59,408 mi
Last recorded59,408 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2018
Typical for 2000 BMW K Series33,457 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT873 SOU
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2018 59,408 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 59,349 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 59,282 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 59,055 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 57,224 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 52,816 miles

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

Fail 29 Sep 2012 52,807 miles

Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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 14 Jul 2011 31,295 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 24,854 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 20,760 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Steering damper leaking

Fail 23 Jul 2009 20,760 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Steering damper leaking

Fail 29 May 2009 20,704 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 2 Jul 2007 16,886 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2007 16,886 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2006 13,244 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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T873 SOU is a 2000 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2000 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 33,457 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 T873 SOU, 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 26 years old, this BMW K Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was T873 SOU registered?

T873 SOU is a 2000 BMW K Series, first registered on 12 July 2000.

Is T873 SOU safe to buy?

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