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EY51 PUE

2001 BMW F Series

Yellow Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

39,606 mi
Last recorded39,606 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW F Series20,603 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY51 PUE
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 39,606 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 39,298 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 34,975 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 34,386 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 34,366 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 33,712 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 11 Jun 2020 33,705 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2019 33,657 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 33,304 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 30,311 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 29,064 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2015 29,061 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released front (1.3.1e)

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

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 22 Oct 2015 29,056 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 26 Aug 2014 25,427 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 21,070 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 19,522 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 18,796 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 16,505 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 16,166 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 16,030 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 15,511 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 14,737 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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EY51 PUE is a 2001 BMW F Series in Yellow with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 EY51 PUE, 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 EY51 PUE registered?

EY51 PUE is a 2001 BMW F Series, first registered on 7 September 2001.

Is EY51 PUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EY51 PUE shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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