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FY51 EOU

2001 BMW F Series

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

23,960 mi
Last recorded23,960 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2010
Typical for 2001 BMW F Series20,603 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY51 EOU
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2010 23,960 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 21,550 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2009 21,524 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 1 Sep 2008 18,793 miles

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

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

front tyre cracking on walls

Pass 7 Feb 2006 17,495 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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FY51 EOU is a 2001 BMW F Series in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FY51 EOU, 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

How do I check the history of FY51 EOU?

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What year was FY51 EOU registered?

FY51 EOU is a 2001 BMW F Series, first registered on 5 September 2001.

Is FY51 EOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY51 EOU shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FY51 EOU have outstanding finance?

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