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FY51 CGX

2001 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,624 mi
Last recorded32,624 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW R Series34,490 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY51 CGX
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 5 Feb 2025 32,624 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 32,615 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 30,025 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 22,921 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion SUSPENSION LEG (2.3.3)

Pass 19 Mar 2012 22,916 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 17 Mar 2011 19,107 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 14,772 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 14,472 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 12,320 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 11,435 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 10,525 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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FY51 CGX is a 2001 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 FY51 CGX, 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

How do I check the history of FY51 CGX?

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What year was FY51 CGX registered?

FY51 CGX is a 2001 BMW R Series, first registered on 13 September 2001.

Is FY51 CGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY51 CGX shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FY51 CGX have outstanding finance?

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