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LV51 EHD

2001 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

75,204 mi
Last recorded75,204 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW R Series34,490 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV51 EHD
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 2 Aug 2025 75,204 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2024 68,953 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2024 68,817 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2022 68,694 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 68,688 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2018 68,115 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 65,620 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 61,471 miles

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

front suspension boot split

Pass 27 Feb 2016 56,070 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2015 55,158 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2013 51,472 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2012 47,251 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 42,246 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 39,083 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 33,791 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 27,560 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2006 24,962 miles

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

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

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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LV51 EHD is a 2001 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LV51 EHD, 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 LV51 EHD registered?

LV51 EHD is a 2001 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is LV51 EHD safe to buy?

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