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DE51 BYE

2001 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

27,658 mi
Last recorded27,658 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2015
Typical for 2001 BMW F Series20,603 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE51 BYE
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2015 27,658 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 25,365 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 23,328 miles

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

Fail 23 Jul 2013 23,328 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 24 Jul 2012 21,992 miles

Handlebars bent

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 19 Aug 2011 21,795 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

handlebars bent.

Pass 4 Aug 2010 19,835 miles

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 11 Aug 2009 17,303 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2009 17,303 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 18 Aug 2008 14,788 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 11,760 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2006 9,856 miles

How Reliable is the BMW F Series?

Based on 92,321 MOT tests across 8,598 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
1,110
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
8,598
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 651
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 616
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 570
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 310
Horn not working 299
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DE51 BYE is a 2001 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2001 BMW F Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 20,603 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 F Series fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 651 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DE51 BYE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW F Series typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 25 years old, this BMW F Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DE51 BYE registered?

DE51 BYE is a 2001 BMW F Series, first registered on 19 December 2001.

Is DE51 BYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE51 BYE 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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