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LG51 OYF

2001 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

61,150 mi
Last recorded61,150 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2022
Typical for 2001 BMW R Series34,490 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG51 OYF
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2022 61,150 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 61,080 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 60,491 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2016 59,435 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2016 59,435 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 9 Jan 2015 58,842 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 57,587 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 56,609 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 55,048 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2011 55,042 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 8 May 2010 53,656 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2009 44,637 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2007 35,868 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 30,548 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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LG51 OYF is a 2001 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LG51 OYF, 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 LG51 OYF registered?

LG51 OYF is a 2001 BMW R Series, first registered on 7 September 2001.

Is LG51 OYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG51 OYF shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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