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Y475 VBP

2001 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

46,496 mi
Last recorded46,496 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2019
Typical for 2001 BMW K Series27,606 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY475 VBP
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2019 46,496 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 43,908 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2018 43,908 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Oct 2017 40,816 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 40,629 miles

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 19 May 2016 37,818 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.05mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 15 May 2015 36,426 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2014 34,862 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 32,071 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 24 May 2013 32,067 miles

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 May 2012 30,068 miles

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 16 May 2011 26,736 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 25,827 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 20,932 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 14,610 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 7,691 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 3,885 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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Y475 VBP is a 2001 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 Y475 VBP, 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 Y475 VBP registered?

Y475 VBP is a 2001 BMW K Series, first registered on 4 May 2001.

Is Y475 VBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y475 VBP shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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