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W142 UAW

2000 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

46,591 mi
Last recorded46,591 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2025
Typical for 2000 BMW K Series33,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW142 UAW
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2025 46,591 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 18 Jul 2024 45,958 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2023 45,615 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 45,423 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2022 45,423 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2021 45,012 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2020 44,706 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 44,067 miles

Offside Front slight play in disc carrier

Pass 15 Aug 2018 43,189 miles

Offside Front slight play in disc carrier

Fail 14 Aug 2018 43,181 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front slight play in disc carrier

Pass 3 Aug 2017 42,167 miles

Nearside Front very slight play in brake disc bobbins

Pass 13 Aug 2016 40,379 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 39,152 miles

number plate light not working

Fail 15 Jul 2015 39,152 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

number plate light not working

Pass 31 May 2014 37,985 miles
Fail 21 May 2014 37,980 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a) DANGEROUS

no side light

Pass 29 Apr 2013 36,466 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 34,745 miles
Fail 19 May 2012 34,734 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2011 32,947 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 32,040 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 29,506 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 28,546 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2006 25,803 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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W142 UAW is a 2000 BMW K Series in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 W142 UAW, 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 W142 UAW registered?

W142 UAW is a 2000 BMW K Series, first registered on 14 March 2000.

Is W142 UAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W142 UAW shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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