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KF51 YVY

2001 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

37,976 mi
Last recorded37,976 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2016
Typical for 2001 BMW F Series20,603 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKF51 YVY
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2016 37,976 miles

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

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

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

slight cracking in tread of rear tyre

Pass 10 Nov 2015 35,634 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 10 Nov 2014 33,875 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2013 31,808 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2012 29,597 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 29,318 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2012 29,318 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 21 Sep 2011 24,814 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 21,370 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 15,890 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 11,666 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 9,505 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2007 9,357 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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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KF51 YVY is a 2001 BMW F Series in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 KF51 YVY, 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 KF51 YVY registered?

KF51 YVY is a 2001 BMW F Series, first registered on 8 September 2001.

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The MOT history for KF51 YVY shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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