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LB51 XAR

2001 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

36,345 mi
Last recorded36,345 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2021
Typical for 2001 BMW R Series34,490 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB51 XAR
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2021 36,345 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 24 Aug 2021 36,309 miles

Front Brake cylinder operating mechanism has excessive travel (1.1.16 (e) (i))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 36,289 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 35,959 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 35,630 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 35,227 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 34,592 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 33,681 miles

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

Fail 13 Mar 2015 33,681 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 10 Mar 2014 32,528 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 31,682 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 31,058 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2011 30,735 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 30,361 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2010 30,348 miles

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

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Feb 2009 29,364 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 25,275 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2008 25,265 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2007 23,032 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2007 23,025 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 4 Mar 2006 19,635 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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LB51 XAR is a 2001 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 LB51 XAR, 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.

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What year was LB51 XAR registered?

LB51 XAR is a 2001 BMW R Series, first registered on 20 December 2001.

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