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Y168 HWY

2001 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

35,698 mi
Last recorded35,698 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW K Series27,606 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY168 HWY
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 35,698 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2024 27,239 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2024 27,234 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 27,221 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2022 27,049 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 27,011 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 26,932 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 26,792 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 26,158 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 25,912 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2012 25,820 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 20 May 2011 23,906 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 20,851 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2009 17,234 miles
Fail 6 May 2009 17,226 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Mar 2006 14,222 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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Y168 HWY is a 2001 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 Y168 HWY, 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 Y168 HWY registered?

Y168 HWY is a 2001 BMW K Series, first registered on 2 April 2001.

Is Y168 HWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y168 HWY shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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