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X203 CPA

2001 BMW K Series

Yellow Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

42,508 mi
Last recorded42,508 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2024
Typical for 2001 BMW K Series27,606 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX203 CPA
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2024 42,508 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2024 42,508 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Feb 2023 41,492 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 39,195 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 35,846 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 33,661 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil lh oil seal (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Aug 2017 30,979 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2017 30,598 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2015 30,652 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 30,093 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 29,054 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 28,809 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 27,220 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2012 27,212 miles

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

Steering damper ineffective (2.1.2d)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 24,554 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 22,071 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 18,497 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 15,937 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 11,627 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 10,407 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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X203 CPA is a 2001 BMW K Series in Yellow with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 X203 CPA, 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 X203 CPA registered?

X203 CPA is a 2001 BMW K Series, first registered on 2 January 2001.

Is X203 CPA safe to buy?

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