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W589 RGM

2000 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

80,418 mi
Last recorded80,418 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2025
Typical for 2000 BMW K Series33,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW589 RGM
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2025 80,418 miles
Pass 6 May 2023 79,898 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 70,876 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 65,960 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 64,375 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2017 63,446 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 57,002 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 56,946 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 51,998 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 49,148 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 45,068 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 42,982 miles

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

No. plate light not working.

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 27 Aug 2010 37,944 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2010 37,806 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 24 Aug 2009 35,091 miles

ABS LIGHT REMAINS ON

Pass 28 Aug 2008 31,376 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 23 Aug 2007 26,008 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 22 Aug 2006 22,001 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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W589 RGM is a 2000 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 W589 RGM, 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 W589 RGM registered?

W589 RGM is a 2000 BMW K Series, first registered on 23 May 2000.

Is W589 RGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for W589 RGM shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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