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CE51 EHC

2001 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

33,957 mi
Last recorded33,957 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW K Series27,606 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE51 EHC
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 33,957 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 32,660 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2023 31,722 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Small amount of free play found in rear hub pivot bearing. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2022 31,322 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2022 31,322 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 8 Jul 2021 30,964 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 30,558 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 28,900 miles

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Jul 2019 28,898 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 27,615 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 27,352 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 27,116 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 26,911 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 26,589 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 25,900 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 25,845 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 25,560 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 24,853 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 23,765 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 21,911 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2007 18,736 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 18,694 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2006 14,617 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2006 14,617 miles

Front 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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CE51 EHC is a 2001 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 CE51 EHC, 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 CE51 EHC registered?

CE51 EHC is a 2001 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is CE51 EHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE51 EHC shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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