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P4 HWJ

2001 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

87,803 mi
Last recorded87,803 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2023
Typical for 2001 BMW R Series34,490 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP4 HWJ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2023 87,803 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 23 Dec 2021 80,372 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2021 80,372 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2020 78,337 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 75,264 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 75,261 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 67,260 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 61,457 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 53,698 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 45,148 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 38,660 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2009 38,660 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 4 Apr 2008 33,046 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2007 27,768 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 20,754 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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P4 HWJ is a 2001 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 P4 HWJ, 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 P4 HWJ registered?

P4 HWJ is a 2001 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is P4 HWJ safe to buy?

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