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KY51 PFX

2001 BMW F Series

Red Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

26,412 mi
Last recorded26,412 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW F Series20,603 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY51 PFX
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 26,412 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 25,990 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2023 24,994 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 24,922 miles
Pass 6 May 2021
Pass 10 Jun 2019 11,907 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 11,040 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2017 11,040 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front tyre pressure low

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

Pass 16 Jul 2016 10,526 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 9,916 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 9,797 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 8,931 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 8,166 miles

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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

Pass 1 May 2010 7,988 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 7,123 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 6,337 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2005 5,054 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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KY51 PFX is a 2001 BMW F Series in Red with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 KY51 PFX, 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

How do I check the history of KY51 PFX?

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What year was KY51 PFX registered?

KY51 PFX is a 2001 BMW F Series, first registered on 4 September 2001.

Is KY51 PFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY51 PFX shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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