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K12 GHB

2001 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

36,114 mi
Last recorded36,114 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW K Series27,606 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK12 GHB
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 36,114 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2024 36,060 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2023 32,975 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

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

Pass 23 Mar 2022 31,719 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 28,994 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2020 27,475 miles

Front brake fluid level low

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2019 25,500 miles

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 22 Feb 2019 25,424 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2018 22,061 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 20,890 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 19,147 miles

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

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

Pass 10 May 2012 13,112 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 10,902 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 9,964 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 7,708 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 4,966 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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K12 GHB is a 2001 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 K12 GHB, 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 K12 GHB registered?

K12 GHB is a 2001 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 August 2001.

Is K12 GHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for K12 GHB shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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