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FN51 GUU

2001 BMW F Series

Yellow Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jul 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

36,505 mi
Last recorded36,505 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW F Series20,603 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN51 GUU
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2025 36,505 miles

Front Tyre perished

Pass 21 May 2024 36,385 miles
Fail 21 May 2024 36,385 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2023 36,281 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2022 36,124 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2021 35,966 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2021 35,851 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Jun 2019 35,787 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 35,371 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 34,900 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 21 May 2016 33,383 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 32,757 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2015 32,752 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

o/s/f shocker misting with oil

Pass 26 Apr 2014 31,230 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 25,589 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2012 18,645 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2012 18,645 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 Jan 2011 8,317 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 7,829 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 7,562 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 6,940 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2006 6,040 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 14 Dec 2005 5,477 miles

both tyres close to wear limit

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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FN51 GUU is a 2001 BMW F Series in Yellow with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FN51 GUU, 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 FN51 GUU registered?

FN51 GUU is a 2001 BMW F Series, first registered on 7 December 2001.

Is FN51 GUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN51 GUU shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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