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X987 AEU

2001 BMW K Series

Yellow Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

72,243 mi
Last recorded72,243 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2020
Typical for 2001 BMW K Series27,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX987 AEU
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2020 72,243 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 71,771 miles

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

Fail 17 Jul 2018 71,760 miles

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 12 May 2015 65,336 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 64,498 miles

ABS warning indicator flashing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 25 May 2013 60,028 miles

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

Front mudguard touching tyre

Pass 1 May 2012 55,467 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2011 52,289 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 47,035 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 41,588 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 36,915 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 30,015 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 27,809 miles

Centre Rear reflector dirty but function not impaired (1.4.2a)

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

Rear 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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X987 AEU is a 2001 BMW K Series in Yellow with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 X987 AEU, 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 X987 AEU registered?

X987 AEU is a 2001 BMW K Series, first registered on 10 February 2001.

Is X987 AEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for X987 AEU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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