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HV51 NWP

2001 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

1,904 mi
Last recorded1,904 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2023
Typical for 2001 BMW R Series34,490 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV51 NWP
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2023 1,904 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 1,576 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 240 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 121 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 29,238 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 28,489 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 27,840 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2013 27,408 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2012 26,503 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 25,444 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2011 25,444 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Fail 14 Apr 2010 31,798 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 14 Apr 2010 31,798 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2009 20,266 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 16 Apr 2009 20,266 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 16,507 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 11,942 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 7,598 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2006 7,576 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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HV51 NWP is a 2001 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,170cc 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 HV51 NWP, 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 HV51 NWP registered?

HV51 NWP is a 2001 BMW R Series, first registered on 14 September 2001.

Is HV51 NWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV51 NWP 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 HV51 NWP have outstanding finance?

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