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FN51 GUX

2001 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

68,112 mi
Last recorded68,112 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2016
Typical for 2001 BMW R Series34,490 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN51 GUX
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2016 68,112 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2015 66,358 miles

Front Front position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 3 Jun 2014 63,706 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 63,690 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

slight oil leak from drive unit

Fail 25 Sep 2012 63,690 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

slight oil leak from drive unit

Pass 23 Aug 2011 62,370 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

front lower ball joint rubber split

Fail 29 Jul 2010 59,499 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

steering bottom ball joint rubber cover split

Pass 29 Jul 2010 59,499 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

steering bottom ball joint rubber cover split

Pass 10 Aug 2009 55,426 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

number plate starting to delaminate around outer edges

steering ball joint rubber boot split

Pass 21 Jul 2008 49,832 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2007 43,955 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2006 38,768 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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FN51 GUX is a 2001 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FN51 GUX, 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

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What year was FN51 GUX registered?

FN51 GUX is a 2001 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is FN51 GUX safe to buy?

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