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W157 ABD

2000 BMW K Series

Grey Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

25,678 mi
Last recorded25,678 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2000 BMW K Series33,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW157 ABD
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 25,678 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2025 25,590 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Sep 2024 25,522 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 25,299 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 25,179 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 24,936 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 24,598 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 24,438 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 24,087 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 23,404 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2015 22,480 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2014 21,602 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 21,019 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2012 20,223 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 19,364 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 18,410 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2009 17,539 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 15,725 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 14,575 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 13,812 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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W157 ABD is a 2000 BMW K Series in Grey with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 W157 ABD, 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 W157 ABD registered?

W157 ABD is a 2000 BMW K Series, first registered on 19 April 2000.

Is W157 ABD safe to buy?

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