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M50 SPM

2001 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

38,837 mi
Last recorded38,837 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2022
Typical for 2001 BMW R Series34,490 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM50 SPM
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2022 38,837 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 36,426 miles

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 24 Jun 2021 36,426 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 May 2019 31,528 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 23,917 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 23,277 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 23,190 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 22,878 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 22,277 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 20,782 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 20,485 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 20,285 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 18,998 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 17,978 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 17,604 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 17,020 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 14,735 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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M50 SPM is a 2001 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 M50 SPM, 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 M50 SPM registered?

M50 SPM is a 2001 BMW R Series, first registered on 14 December 2001.

Is M50 SPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for M50 SPM shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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