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P86 RBL

2001 BMW R Series

Cream Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

20,610 mi
Last recorded20,610 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW R Series34,490 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP86 RBL
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2001
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 20,610 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2024 20,152 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2024 20,131 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2023 19,533 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 19,283 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 18,916 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 18,476 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 17,957 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 16,873 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2017 15,614 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 14,202 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 12,238 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2015 12,236 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2014 10,146 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 9,834 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 8,092 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 4,883 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 1,495 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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P86 RBL is a 2001 BMW R Series in Cream with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 P86 RBL, 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 P86 RBL registered?

P86 RBL is a 2001 BMW R Series, first registered on 11 September 2001.

Is P86 RBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P86 RBL shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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