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HF51 XCP

2001 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

40,659 mi
Last recorded40,659 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW R Series34,490 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF51 XCP
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2025 40,659 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2025 40,614 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit UNEVEN WEAR (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 1 Mar 2024 39,805 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2023 39,524 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2023 39,524 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Apr 2022 38,482 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 38,016 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 36,433 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 32,553 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 31,674 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2014 31,662 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 5 Sep 2012 28,266 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2011 26,650 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 25,891 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 23,802 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2008 18,763 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2008 18,763 miles

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 25 Aug 2007 16,334 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 14,369 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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HF51 XCP is a 2001 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 HF51 XCP, 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 HF51 XCP registered?

HF51 XCP is a 2001 BMW R Series, first registered on 6 September 2001.

Is HF51 XCP safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF51 XCP shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HF51 XCP have outstanding finance?

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