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NJ51 WJX

2001 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

74,480 mi
Last recorded74,480 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2023
Typical for 2001 BMW R Series34,490 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ51 WJX
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2023 74,480 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 2 Sep 2022 69,653 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 69,436 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 69,026 miles

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

Rear TYRE HAS BEEN REPAIRD

Tyre worn close to the legal limit ON 2MM (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 26 Jun 2020 69,026 miles

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

Rear TYRE HAS BEEN REPAIRD

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit ON 2MM (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 66,910 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 66,892 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 62,983 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2015 56,354 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 56,354 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 56,332 miles

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 12 Aug 2008 55,930 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2007 47,042 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 37,794 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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NJ51 WJX is a 2001 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 NJ51 WJX, 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 NJ51 WJX registered?

NJ51 WJX is a 2001 BMW R Series, first registered on 15 September 2001.

Is NJ51 WJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJ51 WJX shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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