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LF51 XHB

2001 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests32 (19 pass, 13 fail)
Pass rate59.4%

Mileage

102,152 mi
Last recorded102,152 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW R Series34,490 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF51 XHB
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

19 pass 13 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 102,152 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2025 102,152 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 19 Jul 2024 101,938 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 100,402 miles
Fail 24 May 2023 100,402 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Apr 2022 98,988 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2022 98,988 miles

Rear Wheel fixing missing (single fixing) split pin missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 May 2021 96,683 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 95,682 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 95,201 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2018 95,201 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 13 May 2016 93,143 miles
Fail 13 May 2016 93,143 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 15 Sep 2015 91,456 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2015 91,456 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s Tyre rotation incorrect (4.1.2e)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 87,434 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2015 87,434 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 84,354 miles

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Fail 24 Apr 2014 84,354 miles

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

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2013 78,156 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2013 78,033 miles

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

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

rear brake binding slightly

Pass 17 Apr 2012 71,411 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2012 71,411 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

rear pads rusty

Pass 31 Mar 2011 65,412 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2011 65,412 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

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

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 29 Mar 2010 46,741 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2010 46,741 miles

Fairing so located that it is likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

Pass 2 Jun 2009 42,147 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2009 42,147 miles

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 29,688 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 23,933 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 21,189 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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LF51 XHB is a 2001 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 32 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.4%.

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 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 LF51 XHB, 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 LF51 XHB registered?

LF51 XHB is a 2001 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 November 2001.

Is LF51 XHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF51 XHB shows 32 tests with a 59.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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