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AY51 LUP

2001 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

36,142 mi
Last recorded36,142 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW R Series34,490 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY51 LUP
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2026 36,142 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2026 36,142 miles

Front Tyre has a lump or bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2022 35,705 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2022 35,705 miles

Rear All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Shock absorber likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Apr 2021 35,423 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 34,046 miles

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 May 2018 32,569 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 31,031 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 19 May 2016 26,418 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))

Fail 14 May 2016 26,369 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2015 22,217 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 18,000 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 10,212 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 9,241 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 9,187 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 8,519 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 8,005 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2008 8,005 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 7 Jul 2006 7,610 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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AY51 LUP is a 2001 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 AY51 LUP, 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 AY51 LUP registered?

AY51 LUP is a 2001 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is AY51 LUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY51 LUP shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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