MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
82,737 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn in conjunction with worn 'bobbins' (3.2.A1l)
Offside Front Inner Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)
Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Front Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)
Centre Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the BMW K Series?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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W162 VGX is a 2000 BMW K Series in Bronze with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
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 W162 VGX, 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 W162 VGX registered?
W162 VGX is a 2000 BMW K Series, first registered on 26 April 2000.
Is W162 VGX safe to buy?
The MOT history for W162 VGX shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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