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FN51 GVT

2001 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

30,592 mi
Last recorded30,592 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2022
Typical for 2001 BMW R Series34,490 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN51 GVT
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2022 30,592 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2022 30,592 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 29,781 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2020 29,279 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 31 May 2019 28,504 miles
Fail 30 May 2019 28,504 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Sep 2017 26,727 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play swing arm to para lever bearings (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 18 Jul 2015 24,485 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 23,176 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 20,895 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 18,367 miles
Fail 10 May 2010 14,657 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 10 May 2010 14,657 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 13,663 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2008 12,278 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 9,833 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 GVT is a 2001 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 GVT, 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.

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What year was FN51 GVT registered?

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

Is FN51 GVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN51 GVT shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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