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YD51 NWP

2001 BMW K Series

Purple Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

53,509 mi
Last recorded53,509 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW K Series27,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD51 NWP
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2001
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 53,509 miles

Rear Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Subframe (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 12 Dec 2025 53,501 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm measured (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Subframe (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2024 53,076 miles

Front Brake back plate slightly loose (1.1.14 (d))

Pass 5 Apr 2023 52,819 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2022 52,136 miles

Front front part of the exhaust has some corrosion but not to excess

Front front shock has some corrosion but not to excess

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Apr 2021 51,690 miles

Front front shock has some light corrosion but no to excess

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

Rear rear calipar has surface corrosion but excessive

Pass 28 May 2019 51,046 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 49,171 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 48,339 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 46,564 miles

slight noise off drive shaft

Pass 11 Nov 2014 45,177 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2014 45,177 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2013 43,962 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 43,605 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2011 41,484 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2010 40,185 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 21 Nov 2009 38,078 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 34,888 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 30,384 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 24,936 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2005 20,957 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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YD51 NWP is a 2001 BMW K Series in Purple with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YD51 NWP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YD51 NWP?

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What year was YD51 NWP registered?

YD51 NWP is a 2001 BMW K Series, first registered on 3 September 2001.

Is YD51 NWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD51 NWP shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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