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Y414 YRS

2001 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

32,902 mi
Last recorded32,902 miles
Recorded on2 May 2024
Typical for 2001 BMW K Series27,606 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY414 YRS
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2024 32,902 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 32,440 miles

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

Front tyre worn uneven

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play hub bearing (5.1.3 (a) (i))

engine has oil leaks

oil mist from steering damper

r h radiator corroded

Pass 20 Apr 2022 31,073 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 30,912 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 27,613 miles

Excessive smoke when on tickover.

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 29 Mar 2019 27,613 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Excessive smoke when on tickover.

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 24,633 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 12 Oct 2016 23,947 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 23,888 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 23,793 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 23,293 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2010 23,293 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2009 22,582 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 20,494 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 18,550 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2006 13,443 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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Y414 YRS is a 2001 BMW K Series in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 Y414 YRS, 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 Y414 YRS registered?

Y414 YRS is a 2001 BMW K Series, first registered on 4 June 2001.

Is Y414 YRS safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y414 YRS shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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