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AR51 CKU

2001 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

49,008 mi
Last recorded49,008 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW R Series34,490 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR51 CKU
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 49,008 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 47,980 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 47,862 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 47,420 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2018 47,357 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 47,149 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 46,194 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 45,482 miles

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

Fail 21 Oct 2014 45,472 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 25 Apr 2013 43,443 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2012 43,152 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2011 40,941 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2009 36,332 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 29,572 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 26,308 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 20,993 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2005 14,101 miles

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

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

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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AR51 CKU is a 2001 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AR51 CKU, 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 AR51 CKU registered?

AR51 CKU is a 2001 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 December 2001.

Is AR51 CKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR51 CKU shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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