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VK51 WNJ

2001 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 1172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2022
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

66,243 mi
Last recorded66,243 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2021
Typical for 2001 BMW K Series27,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK51 WNJ
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,172cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 1 Mar 2021 66,243 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 65,641 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Jul 2018 64,549 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 64,521 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 63,996 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2011 59,172 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 52,808 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 47,600 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 44,736 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 37,569 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 WNJ is a 2001 BMW K Series in Black with a 1,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 WNJ, 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 WNJ registered?

VK51 WNJ is a 2001 BMW K Series, first registered on 9 November 2001.

Is VK51 WNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK51 WNJ shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VK51 WNJ have outstanding finance?

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