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M500 MBC

2000 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

81,184 mi
Last recorded81,184 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2000 BMW R Series36,642 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM500 MBC
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 81,184 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2024 80,638 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 80,423 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 73,824 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 70,687 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 67,058 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 62,454 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 59,588 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 55,791 miles

Central Front Lower Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members slight play in lower bush (2.3.4)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit need replacement very soon (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 19 Jan 2016 55,275 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 50,598 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2015 50,598 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2014 46,618 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2013 43,211 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2013 43,211 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 20 Mar 2012 40,200 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 34,674 miles

Fork seals are perishing

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 24 Feb 2011 34,674 miles

Fork seals are perishing

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 30 Nov 2009 30,488 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 29,352 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2006 29,349 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2005 22,124 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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M500 MBC is a 2000 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2000 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 36,642 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 M500 MBC, 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 26 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 M500 MBC registered?

M500 MBC is a 2000 BMW R Series, first registered on 26 October 2000.

Is M500 MBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for M500 MBC shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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