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Y288 RJB

2001 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

30,618 mi
Last recorded30,618 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW K Series27,606 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY288 RJB
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 30,618 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2021 30,516 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 30,328 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 29,154 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 28,685 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 Apr 2016 28,211 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 27,212 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2015 27,212 miles

Front Brake hose which buldges (3.2.B4)

Fail 1 Apr 2015 27,209 miles

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

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

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

brake warning lamp on

Pass 1 Apr 2014 26,465 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 25,761 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2012 25,551 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 24,703 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 23,774 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 21,558 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2008 19,188 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 16,883 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2006 13,784 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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Y288 RJB is a 2001 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 Y288 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 Y288 RJB registered?

Y288 RJB is a 2001 BMW K Series, first registered on 14 March 2001.

Is Y288 RJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y288 RJB shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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