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FE51 SVF

2001 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1150cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,623 mi
Last recorded39,623 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW R Series34,490 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE51 SVF
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,150cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 30 Apr 2026 39,623 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 37,629 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 36,974 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 36,844 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 35,561 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 33,804 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 31,729 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2013 30,909 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 29,687 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 27,856 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 26,556 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 24,777 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 19,678 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 12,747 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2005 10,643 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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FE51 SVF is a 2001 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,150cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FE51 SVF, 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 FE51 SVF?

You can check the full history of FE51 SVF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FE51 SVF registered?

FE51 SVF is a 2001 BMW R Series, first registered on 3 October 2001.

Is FE51 SVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE51 SVF shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FE51 SVF have outstanding finance?

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