MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
116,845 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Brake performance not tested due to condition of brake disc full brake test to be conducted on retest (3.3)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies control 2 (1.3.1a)
Brake disc(s) insecure (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS
ABS warning lamp on
ABS warning lamp lit
Nearside Front Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Offside Front Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Front Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Nearside Front Brake disc(s) insecure (3.2.A1g)
Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Offside Front Brake disc(s) insecure (3.2.A1g)
Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Front Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)
Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
oil cooler return pipe leaking
Nearside Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
ABS light on
Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
bolt missing from rear mudguard but not insecure
oil cooler return pipe has slight oil leak
Rear Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)
Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS
How Reliable is the BMW R Series?
Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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FY51 XSE is a 2001 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.
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 XSE, 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.
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What year was FY51 XSE registered?
FY51 XSE is a 2001 BMW R Series, first registered on 10 November 2001.
Is FY51 XSE safe to buy?
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