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FG51 PFN

2001 BMW 118

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

113,655 mi
Last recorded113,655 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW 11890,994 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG51 PFN
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 113,655 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 108,484 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 102,204 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2024 101,918 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Mar 2023 97,218 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 90,953 miles

Front exhaust bracket corroded.

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2021 84,168 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2021 84,161 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Mar 2020 79,299 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 69,861 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 61,943 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 60,665 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2017 60,665 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 15 Sep 2015 56,388 miles

nsr brake pipe corroded

Pass 25 Sep 2014 47,953 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Sep 2013 39,230 miles

front brake pads wearing thin

Pass 18 Sep 2012 29,801 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 20,792 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

undertrays fitted

Pass 28 Sep 2010 14,471 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 13,625 miles

front brake pads 60% worn

rear section of exhaust slightly blowing from exhaust mounting

Pass 16 Oct 2008 10,684 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 9,453 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 7,141 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 118?

Based on 1,923,256 MOT tests across 197,877 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
6,893
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
197,877
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,763
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14,229
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,699
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,439
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 6,974
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FG51 PFN is a 2001 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2001 BMW 118 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 90,994 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 118 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,763 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FG51 PFN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 118 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 25 years old, this BMW 118 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FG51 PFN?

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What year was FG51 PFN registered?

FG51 PFN is a 2001 BMW 118, first registered on 7 November 2001.

Is FG51 PFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG51 PFN shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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