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Y217 UCT

2001 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

58,442 mi
Last recorded58,442 miles
Recorded on13 May 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW K Series27,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY217 UCT
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 May 2025 58,442 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Dec 2023 57,181 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 56,024 miles

engine has oil leak

speedometer is reading when engine running

Fail 10 Aug 2022 56,020 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

engine has oil leak

speedometer is reading when engine running

Pass 24 Jul 2020 55,207 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 54,446 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 53,191 miles
Fail 10 May 2018 53,189 miles

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

Fail 19 Oct 2017 53,115 miles

Central Front Lower Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Central Front Lower Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

"Brake Failure" Light Illuminated on Dash. Intermittent Brake Servo' Effecting Brake Performance at Time of Test.

Pass 7 Oct 2016 50,796 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 50,075 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 49,876 miles

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

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

Pass 7 May 2010 49,019 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2009 44,607 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2008 41,906 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2007 39,588 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 25 Apr 2007 39,588 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2005 39,321 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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Y217 UCT is a 2001 BMW K Series in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 Y217 UCT, 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 Y217 UCT registered?

Y217 UCT is a 2001 BMW K Series, first registered on 2 May 2001.

Is Y217 UCT safe to buy?

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