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KB51 DFX

2001 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

24,633 mi
Last recorded24,633 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW R Series34,490 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKB51 DFX
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 24,633 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 22,238 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2022 21,383 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 Jan 2022 21,363 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 30 - 35% (1.2.1 (e))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 18,917 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2019 18,917 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right has right hand kick up (masked off) (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Mar 2018 18,858 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 18,675 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 18,639 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 17,916 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 16,755 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 15,928 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 15,085 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 13,890 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 12,593 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2008 10,569 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 8,455 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 7,031 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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KB51 DFX is a 2001 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 KB51 DFX, 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 KB51 DFX registered?

KB51 DFX is a 2001 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is KB51 DFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KB51 DFX shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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