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LV51 ZGS

2001 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests24 (22 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

96,636 mi
Last recorded96,636 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW R Series34,490 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV51 ZGS
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

22 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 96,636 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Apr 2025 92,659 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 May 2024 92,031 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 90,885 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 86,873 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

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

Pass 10 May 2021 80,222 miles

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

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

Pass 15 May 2020 76,375 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 76,034 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2020 76,033 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 73,241 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2018 70,243 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2017 64,753 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2016 59,745 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2015 55,899 miles

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

Fail 8 Apr 2015 55,899 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2014 50,219 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 40,167 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2012 33,302 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 28,487 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 25,569 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 23,482 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 23,336 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2006 20,066 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2005 17,203 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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LV51 ZGS is a 2001 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 ZGS, 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 ZGS registered?

LV51 ZGS is a 2001 BMW R Series, first registered on 14 December 2001.

Is LV51 ZGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV51 ZGS shows 24 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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