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WA51 OMW

2001 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

59,912 mi
Last recorded59,912 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2024
Typical for 2001 BMW K Series27,606 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA51 OMW
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2024 59,912 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 59,729 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 59,048 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil n/s & o/s fork seals (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre sidewall perished/cracking

Pass 29 Jun 2021 58,206 miles

Rear tyre slightly perished

Pass 27 Sep 2017 58,152 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2017 58,152 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake recheck front wheel bearings after brake repair (3.3.A1a)

Pass 10 May 2016 58,073 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 57,938 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 15 Apr 2015 57,934 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 10 Mar 2014 56,305 miles

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

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2012 55,999 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 53,618 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 51,975 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 50,896 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 50,085 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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WA51 OMW is a 2001 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2001 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.4% with a typical mileage of 27,606 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 WA51 OMW, 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 25 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 WA51 OMW registered?

WA51 OMW is a 2001 BMW K Series, first registered on 18 September 2001.

Is WA51 OMW safe to buy?

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