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W61 PPM

2000 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

51,442 mi
Last recorded51,442 miles
Recorded on26 May 2023
Typical for 2000 BMW K Series33,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW61 PPM
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2023 51,442 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Apr 2022 48,617 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2022 48,593 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Apr 2021 44,571 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2020 40,305 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 39,896 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 8 Sep 2016 39,892 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front 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))

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 15 Aug 2015 38,914 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2014 38,149 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 36,247 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 35,686 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 34,479 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2011 30,969 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2010 28,670 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2009 26,574 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 24,137 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2008 24,137 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 7 Feb 2007 20,272 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2005 18,707 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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W61 PPM is a 2000 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 W61 PPM, 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 W61 PPM registered?

W61 PPM is a 2000 BMW K Series, first registered on 17 April 2000.

Is W61 PPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for W61 PPM shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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