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M900 BOX

2001 BMW R Series

Cream Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

11,985 mi
Last recorded11,985 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW R Series34,490 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM900 BOX
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2001
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 11,985 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2024 11,375 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2023 11,365 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2023 11,365 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 14 Apr 2022 11,239 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 29 Apr 2021 11,168 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 28 Oct 2019 11,144 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2019 11,144 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2018 11,090 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 11,040 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2016 10,832 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 10,798 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 8,803 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 8,557 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 7,318 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 6,572 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2011 6,544 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2009 5,851 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2008 2,373 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2007 438 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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M900 BOX is a 2001 BMW R Series in Cream with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 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 M900 BOX, 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 M900 BOX registered?

M900 BOX is a 2001 BMW R Series, first registered on 3 August 2001.

Is M900 BOX safe to buy?

The MOT history for M900 BOX shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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