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FN51 GWL

2001 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1139cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,193 mi
Last recorded46,193 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW R Series34,490 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN51 GWL
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,139cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 25 Jun 2026 46,193 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2025 46,156 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play slight play/requires checking/replace (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2024 46,122 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 45,915 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 45,554 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 45,358 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 45,256 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2019 44,921 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 44,795 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 44,480 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 43,825 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2014 43,624 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 3 Aug 2013 43,212 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 42,750 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 41,603 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 39,536 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 36,844 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 34,475 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 32,736 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Feb 2006 28,881 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 GWL is a 2001 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,139cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GWL, 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 GWL registered?

FN51 GWL is a 2001 BMW R Series, first registered on 19 October 2001.

Is FN51 GWL safe to buy?

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