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C20 BRS

2001 BMW K Series

Silver Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

61,597 mi
Last recorded61,597 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW K Series27,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC20 BRS
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2026 61,597 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2025 54,850 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2023 48,035 miles

Front Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

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

Pass 16 Dec 2022 46,392 miles

Central Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Central Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Dec 2021 41,038 miles

Central Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Dec 2020 36,360 miles

Central Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 4 Jan 2020 31,384 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Jan 2020 31,384 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Jan 2019 30,060 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Jan 2018 28,337 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2018 28,337 miles

Front Brake hose which buldges (3.2.B4)

Pass 1 Nov 2016 23,137 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 22,903 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 22,814 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2014 21,739 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 21,226 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 21,192 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 20,899 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 19,598 miles
Fail 22 May 2009 19,280 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2009 19,280 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 18,754 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2007 18,754 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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C20 BRS is a 2001 BMW K Series in Silver with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 C20 BRS, 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

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What year was C20 BRS registered?

C20 BRS is a 2001 BMW K Series, first registered on 28 March 2001.

Is C20 BRS safe to buy?

The MOT history for C20 BRS shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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