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FN51 GVG

2001 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

96,315 mi
Last recorded96,315 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW R Series34,490 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN51 GVG
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 96,315 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2025 94,140 miles

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 25 Feb 2025 94,140 miles

Rear Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 26 Feb 2024 90,689 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2023 85,769 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2022 81,484 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 75,781 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2020 72,565 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2019 65,665 miles

ABS System Removed

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 5 May 2018 64,249 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 63,677 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged but function not impaired aim low adjuster broken (1.2.3a)

Oil leak gearbox seams to be leaking from rear seal ()

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort disc slightly bent (3.3.A1d)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect leaking oil (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 7 May 2016 62,473 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 61,073 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

head light low . adjuster not working correctly

Pass 31 May 2014 58,779 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2012 56,837 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 50,529 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 44,113 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 36,648 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 28,557 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 23,143 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2007 23,119 miles

Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 22 Aug 2006 18,020 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 GVG is a 2001 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 FN51 GVG, 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 GVG registered?

FN51 GVG is a 2001 BMW R Series, first registered on 10 September 2001.

Is FN51 GVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN51 GVG shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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