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DG51 SHX

2001 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

56,843 mi
Last recorded56,843 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW R Series34,490 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG51 SHX
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 56,843 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Jun 2025 55,553 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2024 53,111 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 52,608 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2023 52,608 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2022 50,962 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2021 50,508 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Jul 2020 50,280 miles

ABS warning light flashing

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

Pass 2 Jul 2019 49,962 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Jun 2018 49,265 miles

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

Tyre valve is slightly deteriorated.

Pass 3 Jul 2017 48,737 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2016 48,364 miles

Front tyre deteriorating

Fail 19 Jun 2015 47,563 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 47,563 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jun 2014 47,291 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 46,412 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2012 46,017 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2011 45,369 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 44,118 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2010 44,118 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 1 Jun 2009 42,918 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 9 Jun 2008 39,646 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2007 36,321 miles

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

very little reserve travel on front brake lever on first application of brake

Pass 28 Mar 2006 31,045 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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DG51 SHX is a 2001 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 DG51 SHX, 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 DG51 SHX registered?

DG51 SHX is a 2001 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 November 2001.

Is DG51 SHX safe to buy?

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