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HK51 WGN

2001 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

64,589 mi
Last recorded64,589 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2016
Typical for 2001 BMW F Series20,603 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK51 WGN
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2016 64,589 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2016 64,586 miles

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

Rear spring worn and seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Rear suspension bearing excessively deteriorated (2.4A.2a(i))

Rear suspension bush excessively deteriorated (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 6 Mar 2015 63,065 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

o/s swing arm bearing has slight free play

Fail 3 Mar 2015 63,038 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

o/s swing arm bearing has slight free play

Pass 6 May 2014 59,740 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 18 Apr 2013 56,241 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2012 50,521 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 37,827 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 33,463 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 15 Oct 2008 32,742 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 29,077 miles

cracks in rear tyre

Fail 18 Oct 2007 29,077 miles

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

cracks in rear tyre

Pass 12 Jul 2006 11,680 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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HK51 WGN is a 2001 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 HK51 WGN, 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 HK51 WGN registered?

HK51 WGN is a 2001 BMW F Series, first registered on 18 December 2001.

Is HK51 WGN safe to buy?

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