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Y915 VDO

2001 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

45,145 mi
Last recorded45,145 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2022
Typical for 2001 BMW K Series27,606 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY915 VDO
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2022 45,145 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 43,586 miles

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

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2017 43,567 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2016 42,551 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 38,754 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 37,040 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2013 35,438 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 31,228 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2011 26,469 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 2 Mar 2011 26,469 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 30 Nov 2009 22,843 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 18,791 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2006 8,513 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2006 8,513 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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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Y915 VDO is a 2001 BMW K Series in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 Y915 VDO, 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 Y915 VDO registered?

Y915 VDO is a 2001 BMW K Series, first registered on 9 July 2001.

Is Y915 VDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y915 VDO shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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