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GL51 UWN

2001 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

47,590 mi
Last recorded47,590 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW R Series34,490 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL51 UWN
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 47,590 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn down to 1.6mm -2mm in places (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Apr 2025 47,469 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit front tyre is down to 2mm in places (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Apr 2024 47,310 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2023 45,875 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2022 44,395 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2021 43,885 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2020 43,789 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 1 Apr 2019 43,544 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2018 42,284 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 42,144 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 36,649 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 34,861 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2015 34,861 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 11 Apr 2014 32,724 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 30,833 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 30,721 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 30,489 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2011 30,489 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 10 Apr 2010 30,272 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 27,999 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 27,061 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2007 26,347 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 21 Jun 2007 26,347 miles

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

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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GL51 UWN is a 2001 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 GL51 UWN, 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 GL51 UWN registered?

GL51 UWN is a 2001 BMW R Series, first registered on 7 December 2001.

Is GL51 UWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL51 UWN shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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