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Y947 FHK

2001 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

45,555 mi
Last recorded45,555 miles
Recorded on13 May 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW K Series27,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY947 FHK
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2025 45,555 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2024 45,456 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2023 45,311 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 45,240 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 44,740 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 44,365 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 43,718 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2017 43,714 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2016 43,122 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 37,777 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 16 Jan 2015 36,464 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 35,911 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2013 32,393 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 31,283 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2012 31,283 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 29,263 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 27,198 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 26,316 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 25,290 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 22,135 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 21,080 miles

Rear 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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Y947 FHK is a 2001 BMW K Series in Blue 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 Y947 FHK, 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 Y947 FHK registered?

Y947 FHK is a 2001 BMW K Series, first registered on 27 March 2001.

Is Y947 FHK safe to buy?

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