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OE51 YTV

2001 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

68,324 mi
Last recorded68,324 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2022
Typical for 2001 BMW R Series34,490 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE51 YTV
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2022 68,324 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 67,982 miles
Fail 20 May 2020 67,982 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 5 Jul 2019 67,979 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Fail 3 Jul 2019 67,979 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 26 Jun 2018 67,184 miles

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

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

engine misfire

handle bar grips excessivly worn

Pass 7 Jul 2017 64,780 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2016 59,561 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 58,746 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 55,594 miles

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

nearside headlamp fitted incorrectly

small cracks appearing around rear tyre tread blocks

Pass 14 Feb 2013 54,130 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2012 51,852 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 49,066 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 46,104 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 42,286 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 39,763 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 36,927 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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OE51 YTV is a 2001 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 OE51 YTV, 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 OE51 YTV registered?

OE51 YTV is a 2001 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is OE51 YTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE51 YTV shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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