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FY51 XSC

2001 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

45,107 mi
Last recorded45,107 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW F Series20,603 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY51 XSC
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 45,107 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2026 45,103 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear swing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose leaking also routed wrong (1.1.12 (c)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 May 2024 43,527 miles

Nearside slight engine oil leak upper engine

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear tyre cracking / perishing

Pass 9 Aug 2022 43,523 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 43,523 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 20 Aug 2021 43,523 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel No brake pedal pressure during roller brake test, resulting in no reading produced. (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 43,523 miles

Front tyre cracking in tread

Fail 21 Aug 2020 43,523 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front tyre cracking in tread

Pass 3 Sep 2019 43,523 miles

Fuel cap seal just starting to perish

Fail 19 Aug 2019 43,523 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fuel cap seal just starting to perish

Pass 17 Sep 2018 42,002 miles

Front Mudguard insecure Front mudguard starting to crack around securing bolts ()

Pass 11 Sep 2017 41,276 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 37,232 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2017 37,232 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride top fork yoke lock ring missing (6.2.1h)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 36,998 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 36,977 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 36,372 miles

center yoke nut missing

Pass 12 Apr 2013 30,189 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2013 30,189 miles

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 May 2012 19,242 miles
Fail 1 May 2012 19,242 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 8,036 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 7,265 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 6,643 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 6,620 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2006 6,420 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 XSC is a 2001 BMW F Series in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 XSC, 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

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What year was FY51 XSC registered?

FY51 XSC is a 2001 BMW F Series, first registered on 4 December 2001.

Is FY51 XSC safe to buy?

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