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1302 EL

2001 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

53,268 mi
Last recorded53,268 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2024
Typical for 2001 BMW R Series34,490 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration1302 EL
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2024 53,268 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 52,670 miles

horn and indicator self cancelling buttons wired opposite

Pass 6 Jul 2019 51,303 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 50,676 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 50,122 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 47,823 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 45,588 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 40,909 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2013 40,909 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 18 Jun 2012 39,708 miles

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

Fail 18 Jun 2012 39,708 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.6)

Pass 23 Jun 2011 38,261 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2010 37,240 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 35,081 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 29,862 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2007 26,145 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 21,779 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R Series?

Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,463
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
25,486
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,440
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,086
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 603
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 553
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 532
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1302 EL is a 2001 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2001 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 34,490 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 R Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,440 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 1302 EL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R Series typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 25 years old, this BMW R Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 1302 EL registered?

1302 EL is a 2001 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is 1302 EL safe to buy?

The MOT history for 1302 EL shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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