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VK51 WNG

2001 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

41,903 mi
Last recorded41,903 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2017
Typical for 2001 BMW K Series27,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK51 WNG
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2017 41,903 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 40,912 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2016 40,912 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2015 36,248 miles

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

Fail 12 Jun 2015 36,248 miles

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

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

Pass 21 May 2014 31,282 miles
Fail 21 May 2014 31,282 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 May 2013 26,612 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2012 23,507 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2012 23,507 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 23 Apr 2011 19,815 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Fail 23 Apr 2011 19,815 miles

Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Apr 2010 17,832 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 14,173 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2007 11,806 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 11,375 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 6,484 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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VK51 WNG is a 2001 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 VK51 WNG, 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 VK51 WNG registered?

VK51 WNG is a 2001 BMW K Series, first registered on 13 October 2001.

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