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LV51 EGC

2001 BMW F Series

Yellow Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

8,080 mi
Last recorded8,080 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW F Series20,603 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV51 EGC
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 8,080 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2025 7,704 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2019 7,704 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 7,613 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 7,506 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2015 7,431 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

fuel cap washer perishing

Pass 6 Nov 2013 7,027 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 7,000 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 6,923 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2010 6,706 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2010 6,706 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 24 Jun 2009 6,633 miles

o/s/r footrest slightly shortend but still usable

Pass 23 Mar 2007 5,953 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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LV51 EGC is a 2001 BMW F Series in Yellow with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LV51 EGC, 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 LV51 EGC?

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What year was LV51 EGC registered?

LV51 EGC is a 2001 BMW F Series, first registered on 7 September 2001.

Is LV51 EGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV51 EGC shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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