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W126 PPM

2000 BMW K Series

Bronze Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

66,641 mi
Last recorded66,641 miles
Recorded on19 May 2025
Typical for 2000 BMW K Series33,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW126 PPM
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2000
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2025 66,641 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2024 66,593 miles
Fail 16 May 2024 66,582 miles

Central Rear Lower Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Central Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Central Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Apr 2023 65,318 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 64,741 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 64,455 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases collector box has slight blow (6.1.2 (a))

Rear brake disc corroded

Pass 29 Jan 2020 62,521 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 62,330 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 May 2018 60,806 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 60,516 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 53,100 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit and rears (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 7 Apr 2016 50,390 miles

Front Decelerometer brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (verified by road test) (3.3.E1e)

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

Pass 19 Mar 2015 47,841 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2014 46,275 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 43,894 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2012 43,894 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2011 39,417 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 39,106 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 37,999 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 36,893 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 36,696 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 33,093 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2005 27,875 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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W126 PPM is a 2000 BMW K Series in Bronze with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 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 W126 PPM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W126 PPM registered?

W126 PPM is a 2000 BMW K Series, first registered on 16 June 2000.

Is W126 PPM safe to buy?

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