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Y383 PRX

2001 BMW K Series

Bronze Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

53,650 mi
Last recorded53,650 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW K Series27,606 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY383 PRX
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2001
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 53,650 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 50,197 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 46,419 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 43,921 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 10 Jul 2021 43,043 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 42,986 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 42,333 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 41,867 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 41,041 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 39,344 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 36,121 miles
Fail 4 May 2013 36,121 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 9 May 2012 30,451 miles

forks and discs all rusty

Pass 16 May 2011 28,963 miles
Fail 16 May 2011 28,963 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 5 Mar 2010 28,466 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2010 28,466 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2009 22,725 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 20,280 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 16,772 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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Y383 PRX is a 2001 BMW K Series in Bronze with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 Y383 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 Y383 PRX registered?

Y383 PRX is a 2001 BMW K Series, first registered on 11 July 2001.

Is Y383 PRX safe to buy?

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