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X138 LGW

2001 BMW K Series

Silver Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

55,569 mi
Last recorded55,569 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2019
Typical for 2001 BMW K Series27,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX138 LGW
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2019 55,569 miles

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2018 55,525 miles
Fail 4 May 2018 55,525 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 May 2017 55,470 miles

Rear advise rear brake service

Pass 26 Apr 2016 55,278 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 55,069 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2013 54,829 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2013 54,820 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) insecure (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

Fail 8 Aug 2013 54,813 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) insecure (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Apr 2012 54,483 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 54,064 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 53,917 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 44,675 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 37,629 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 32,112 miles

Rear Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 24 Apr 2006 26,447 miles

Centre 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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X138 LGW is a 2001 BMW K Series in Silver with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 X138 LGW, 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.

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What year was X138 LGW registered?

X138 LGW is a 2001 BMW K Series, first registered on 9 February 2001.

Is X138 LGW safe to buy?

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