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FN51 GVJ

2001 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

43,371 mi
Last recorded43,371 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW F Series20,603 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN51 GVJ
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 43,371 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2025 42,871 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2023 42,681 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 42,379 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 41,113 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2020 39,373 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jun 2019 36,985 miles

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 36,965 miles

Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2017 36,781 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 36,770 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 35,996 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 34,146 miles

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 1 Sep 2012 33,461 miles

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

Rear Brake master cylinder insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

Pass 1 Sep 2012 33,461 miles

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

Fail 6 Sep 2011 32,611 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Number plate illumination light not working

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

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

Rear suspension linkage joints showing signs of corrosion

Pass 6 Sep 2011 32,611 miles

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

Number plate illumination light not working

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

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

Rear suspension linkage joints showing signs of corrosion

Pass 13 Sep 2010 31,038 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 30,711 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2007 29,393 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 10 Aug 2007 29,393 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 25,942 miles

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 GVJ is a 2001 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GVJ, 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 GVJ registered?

FN51 GVJ is a 2001 BMW F Series, first registered on 1 December 2001.

Is FN51 GVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN51 GVJ shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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