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HV51 FVC

2001 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

27,247 mi
Last recorded27,247 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2023
Typical for 2001 BMW F Series20,603 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV51 FVC
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2023 27,247 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Jul 2019 27,217 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2018 27,068 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 26,726 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 27 Jul 2017 26,726 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 6 Jul 2016 25,265 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 23,960 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2014 21,709 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 19 Jul 2014 21,709 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 19,978 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 19,327 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 17,739 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2010 17,506 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2008 16,837 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

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

Pass 20 Nov 2007 14,439 miles

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

Fail 17 Nov 2007 14,439 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2006 11,834 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2006 11,834 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2005 8,792 miles

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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HV51 FVC is a 2001 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 HV51 FVC, 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.

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What year was HV51 FVC registered?

HV51 FVC is a 2001 BMW F Series, first registered on 24 November 2001.

Is HV51 FVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV51 FVC 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.

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