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393 BAM

2001 BMW F Series

Yellow Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

63,545 mi
Last recorded63,545 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW F Series20,603 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration393 BAM
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 1 Jul 2025 63,545 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2023 61,772 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 58,439 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2021 56,556 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2020 54,165 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 50,383 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2018 49,812 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2017 43,537 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 42,063 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 36,823 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 34,976 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 34,778 miles

Headlamp beam slightly too high.

Pass 26 May 2012 8,797 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 8,253 miles

Excessive freeplay in throttle cable, PRS

Pass 15 Dec 2008 8,230 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 8,074 miles

Front Upper Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

How Reliable is the BMW F Series?

Based on 92,321 MOT tests across 8,598 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
1,110
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
8,598
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 651
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 616
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 570
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 310
Horn not working 299
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393 BAM is a 2001 BMW F Series in Yellow with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2001 BMW F Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 20,603 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW F Series fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 651 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 393 BAM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW F Series typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 25 years old, this BMW F Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 393 BAM registered?

393 BAM is a 2001 BMW F Series, first registered on 19 April 2001.

Is 393 BAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for 393 BAM shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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