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AP51 MGZ

2001 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

59,142 mi
Last recorded59,142 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2016
Typical for 2001 BMW R Series34,490 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP51 MGZ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2016 59,142 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 56,641 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 54,852 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 52,074 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 49,524 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2011 47,065 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2010 44,701 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 37,402 miles

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

Fail 9 Jan 2009 37,402 miles

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 10 Jan 2008 28,018 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2008 28,018 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2007 20,375 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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AP51 MGZ is a 2001 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AP51 MGZ, 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 AP51 MGZ registered?

AP51 MGZ is a 2001 BMW R Series, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is AP51 MGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP51 MGZ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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