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AP51 VGK

2001 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

61,422 mi
Last recorded61,422 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW R Series34,490 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP51 VGK
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 61,422 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit On the limit ,worn unevenly (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Swing arm/driveshaft (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit On the limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Wheel spoke slightly corroded Front and rear spokes (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 29 Apr 2025 53,200 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement drive unit bearing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Upper Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement shockabsorber (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2024 52,771 miles

Rear Suspension component has wear or play, but not to excess drive unit bearing (5.3.3 (d))

Pass 11 Apr 2023 51,471 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2022 46,450 miles

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2021 45,687 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2020 45,038 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 20 Jan 2020 45,038 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 37,957 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2018 37,957 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2017 35,513 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 29,207 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 26,235 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2014 24,986 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2013 23,749 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 23,711 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 23,654 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 23,476 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 21,485 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2008 21,485 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 4 Nov 2007 20,960 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2006 18,326 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 VGK is a 2001 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 VGK, 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.

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What year was AP51 VGK registered?

AP51 VGK is a 2001 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 December 2001.

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The MOT history for AP51 VGK shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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