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FN51 GXG

2001 BMW R1150

Blue Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

34,303 mi
Last recorded34,303 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW R115030,864 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN51 GXG
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2025 34,303 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2025 34,303 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Sep 2024 33,578 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 30,437 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 30,421 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 30,383 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 30,141 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 28,869 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 26,010 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 23,803 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 23,043 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 21,574 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Number plate light not working

Pass 28 Jul 2010 20,272 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 19,949 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 19,383 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 18,586 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 17,209 miles
Fail 3 May 2006 17,209 miles

Front Upper Front suspension assembly has excessive free play in the pivot bearings. (2.3.2)

How Reliable is the BMW R1150?

Based on 51,143 MOT tests across 3,967 vehicles.

91.0%
Pass Rate
1,399
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
3,967
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 623
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 224
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 179
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 105
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 86
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FN51 GXG is a 2001 BMW R1150 in Blue with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2001 BMW R1150 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 30,864 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 R1150 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 623 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FN51 GXG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R1150 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 25 years old, this BMW R1150 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FN51 GXG?

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What year was FN51 GXG registered?

FN51 GXG is a 2001 BMW R1150, first registered on 7 September 2001.

Is FN51 GXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN51 GXG shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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