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W552 PLJ

2000 BMW K Series

Silver Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

65,796 mi
Last recorded65,796 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2000 BMW K Series33,457 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW552 PLJ
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 65,796 miles

Front Steering Damper has slight oil weep

Pass 8 Jul 2025 64,598 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2025 64,596 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed marked with yellow chalk (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jun 2024 64,073 miles

Front Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2023 63,696 miles

Front Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

some travel on rear brake lever, not excessive enough to fail

Pass 24 Jun 2022 62,461 miles

Front Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2021 61,431 miles

Could not see condition of rear brake pads

Front Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2020 59,504 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2020 59,504 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2019 58,112 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 55,212 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 53,087 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 50,695 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 47,855 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 43,759 miles

could not see condition of rear brake pads

Pass 7 Jun 2013
Pass 11 Jun 2012 37,819 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 33,538 miles
Fail 26 May 2011 33,533 miles

Front Upper Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 May 2010 32,306 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2009 30,180 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 29,609 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2006 28,928 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 27,461 miles

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

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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W552 PLJ is a 2000 BMW K Series in Silver with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 W552 PLJ, 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 W552 PLJ registered?

W552 PLJ is a 2000 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 April 2000.

Is W552 PLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for W552 PLJ shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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