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G15 BBR

2001 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

5 mi
Last recorded5 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW R Series34,490 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG15 BBR
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2025 5 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2020 123,308 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 119,800 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 114,471 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2017 108,639 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 103,490 miles

drive shaft has slight play in bushes

Pass 2 Feb 2015 99,476 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2015 99,476 miles

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

Fail 14 Jan 2014 95,785 miles

Nearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Rear Brake pedal attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

front tyre cracking in tread

Pass 14 Jan 2014 95,785 miles

Nearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

front tyre cracking in tread

Pass 24 Jan 2013 84,650 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 73,204 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 60,885 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 49,068 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2008 44,982 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 40,194 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 35,289 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2006 35,289 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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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G15 BBR is a 2001 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 G15 BBR, 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 G15 BBR registered?

G15 BBR is a 2001 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is G15 BBR safe to buy?

The MOT history for G15 BBR shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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