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HV51 EHW

2001 BMW K Series

Green Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

38,034 mi
Last recorded38,034 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2019
Typical for 2001 BMW K Series27,606 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV51 EHW
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2019 38,034 miles

Front Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm tread depth (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 16 Mar 2017 38,034 miles

Engine oil leak

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 16 Mar 2017 38,034 miles

Engine oil leak

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 29 Jun 2016 37,438 miles

Brake disc(s) has slight run out Movement on rivets, but roller brake performance ok. (3.2.A1m)

Brake warning light on, all brakes working correctly.

Centre stand surface corrosion

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Sidestand surface corrosion

Pass 14 Jan 2011 25,048 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 14,109 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 14,078 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 11,718 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 9,651 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2005 9,642 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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HV51 EHW is a 2001 BMW K Series in Green with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 HV51 EHW, 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 HV51 EHW registered?

HV51 EHW is a 2001 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is HV51 EHW safe to buy?

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