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FY51 EPJ

2001 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

31,733 mi
Last recorded31,733 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW R Series34,490 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY51 EPJ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 31,733 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2024 31,012 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 30,716 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 27,902 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Apr 2018 27,556 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2018 27,524 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 29 Mar 2017 26,879 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 26,135 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 10 Mar 2015 25,447 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

silencer loose but secure on mounting

Pass 24 Mar 2014 24,178 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 22,924 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 21,854 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 22 Mar 2011 20,555 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 20,555 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 19,313 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 18,301 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 16,457 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 14,188 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 EPJ is a 2001 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FY51 EPJ, 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 FY51 EPJ registered?

FY51 EPJ is a 2001 BMW R Series, first registered on 14 September 2001.

Is FY51 EPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY51 EPJ 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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