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KN51 OGC

2001 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

32,465 mi
Last recorded32,465 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW R Series34,490 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN51 OGC
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 32,465 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2025 31,042 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2021 30,676 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 29,614 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 28,940 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2018 28,940 miles

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 May 2017 28,361 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 26,698 miles

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

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 25,111 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2014 19,900 miles

centre stand returning slowly

Pass 9 Jul 2013 18,341 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2012 18,045 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2011 17,740 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 16,053 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 11,339 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 5,865 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 5,856 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 5,413 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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KN51 OGC is a 2001 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 KN51 OGC, 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 KN51 OGC registered?

KN51 OGC is a 2001 BMW R Series, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is KN51 OGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN51 OGC shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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