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OY51 OOV

2001 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

65,524 mi
Last recorded65,524 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2020
Typical for 2001 BMW R Series34,490 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY51 OOV
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2020 65,524 miles

Both front and rear tyres have cracking in between tread - not showing ply

Pass 1 Mar 2019 65,224 miles

slight cracking in between the tread on rear tyre

Pass 22 Sep 2017 64,729 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 63,578 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 60,964 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 60,316 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

number plate light not working.

Pass 2 Aug 2013 56,814 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 53,289 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 48,252 miles
Fail 8 May 2008 40,043 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 8 May 2008 40,043 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2007 35,675 miles

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Jun 2007 34,290 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 31,569 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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OY51 OOV is a 2001 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 OY51 OOV, 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.

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What year was OY51 OOV registered?

OY51 OOV is a 2001 BMW R Series, first registered on 22 December 2001.

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The MOT history for OY51 OOV shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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