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Y183 RJB

2001 BMW K Series

Green Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

35,017 mi
Last recorded35,017 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2023
Typical for 2001 BMW K Series27,606 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY183 RJB
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2023 35,017 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2022 34,501 miles
Pass 8 May 2021 34,337 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 12 Oct 2019 33,874 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 27 Oct 2018 33,338 miles
Fail 19 May 2018 33,297 miles

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

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

Pass 27 May 2017 32,810 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 32,020 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Front suspension spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Front tyre worn unevenly

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 25 Apr 2015 29,009 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 27,419 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 27,403 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 26,521 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 25,546 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 25,249 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 22,014 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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Y183 RJB is a 2001 BMW K Series in Green with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 Y183 RJB, 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 Y183 RJB registered?

Y183 RJB is a 2001 BMW K Series, first registered on 6 April 2001.

Is Y183 RJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y183 RJB shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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