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LC51 FRF

2001 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2023
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

78,596 mi
Last recorded78,596 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2022
Typical for 2001 BMW R Series34,490 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC51 FRF
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2022 78,596 miles

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2021 77,029 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 24 Mar 2020 75,490 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

slight play in nearside front disc bobbins

Pass 3 Apr 2019 73,475 miles

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

Fail 3 Apr 2019 73,475 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 20 Mar 2018 68,824 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 66,537 miles

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

front and rear wheel spokes rusty

Pass 4 Mar 2016 63,829 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Lower ball joint rubber split

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 59,863 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Fail 14 Mar 2015 59,863 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 4 Apr 2014 57,737 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2013 56,799 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 55,165 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2011 52,196 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 18 Mar 2011 52,196 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 41,989 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2010 41,989 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2009 30,472 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2008 25,512 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2007 19,101 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 23 Mar 2007 19,101 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 4 Apr 2006 11,057 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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LC51 FRF is a 2001 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 LC51 FRF, 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 LC51 FRF registered?

LC51 FRF is a 2001 BMW R Series, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is LC51 FRF safe to buy?

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