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MV51 ZXS

2001 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

99,166 mi
Last recorded99,166 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW R Series34,490 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV51 ZXS
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 99,166 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2025 98,335 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2024 97,763 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2023 96,941 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2021 96,216 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2020 94,850 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2019 51,282 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2018 48,242 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 45,426 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 40,099 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 34,493 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2014 34,172 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 33,180 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 31,779 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 30,624 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 28,981 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Jun 2009 24,505 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2009 24,505 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 22,550 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 21,177 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2005 18,885 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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MV51 ZXS is a 2001 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 MV51 ZXS, 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 MV51 ZXS registered?

MV51 ZXS is a 2001 BMW R Series, first registered on 15 September 2001.

Is MV51 ZXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV51 ZXS shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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