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Y863 LJX

2001 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

26,324 mi
Last recorded26,324 miles
Recorded on27 May 2021
Typical for 2001 BMW K Series27,606 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY863 LJX
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 May 2021 26,324 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2020 26,067 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2019 22,697 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 17,380 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2017 15,766 miles

Offside Rear Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 13 Feb 2017 15,766 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

Offside Rear Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 10 Feb 2016 14,288 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2016 14,288 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 21 Nov 2014 13,893 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 12,928 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 12,671 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2012 12,671 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2011 11,694 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 10,078 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 9,439 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 7,433 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 6,892 miles

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

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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Y863 LJX is a 2001 BMW K Series in Black with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 Y863 LJX, 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 Y863 LJX registered?

Y863 LJX is a 2001 BMW K Series, first registered on 25 May 2001.

Is Y863 LJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y863 LJX shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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