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CE51 FZR

2001 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

94,148 mi
Last recorded94,148 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW R Series34,490 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE51 FZR
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2025 94,148 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2024 92,244 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2023 91,122 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2022 89,848 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2022 89,848 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Oct 2021 88,902 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2020 87,574 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2019 86,519 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Nearside Rear indicator damaged repaired with tape

Offside Front indicator damaged repaired with tape

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Nov 2018 82,918 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure damaged repaired with tape (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Jul 2017 75,894 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2016 70,693 miles

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

Fail 30 Jul 2016 70,693 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 70,112 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 69,037 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 68,302 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 66,968 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 65,665 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 60,793 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 54,609 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 41,238 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 27,778 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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CE51 FZR is a 2001 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 CE51 FZR, 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

How do I check the history of CE51 FZR?

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What year was CE51 FZR registered?

CE51 FZR is a 2001 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is CE51 FZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE51 FZR shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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