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Y326 PRX

2001 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

36,441 mi
Last recorded36,441 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW K Series27,606 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY326 PRX
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 36,441 miles
Pass 29 May 2025 36,184 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 35,726 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 35,233 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 34,517 miles

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 34,043 miles

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

Fail 7 Oct 2020 34,027 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 26 Jun 2019 33,099 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 31,564 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2017 30,367 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 30,322 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 27,922 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2014 27,922 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 19 Jun 2013 25,999 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 25,336 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2010 24,887 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 22,949 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 22,540 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 19,209 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 17,777 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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Y326 PRX is a 2001 BMW K Series in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 Y326 PRX, 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 Y326 PRX registered?

Y326 PRX is a 2001 BMW K Series, first registered on 10 July 2001.

Is Y326 PRX safe to buy?

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