MOT Status
ValidMileage
56,843 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
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))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
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))
ABS warning light flashing
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
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))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Tyre valve is slightly deteriorated.
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front tyre deteriorating
Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)
Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)
Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
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)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
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
How Reliable is the BMW R Series?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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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.
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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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