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PE51 NGN

2001 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2025
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

72,796 mi
Last recorded72,796 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW R Series34,490 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE51 NGN
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Fail 4 Jul 2025 72,796 miles

Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush shock absorber lower bush (5.3.2 (c))

Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation Rear foot brake fork switch faulty. (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Jun 2024 72,399 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2022 71,549 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 26 Aug 2022 71,525 miles

Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Front discs warped. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2011 69,027 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 65,687 miles

Front Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

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

Pass 7 Oct 2009 62,687 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2008 57,489 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2007 53,218 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2006 46,537 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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PE51 NGN is a 2001 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 PE51 NGN, 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 PE51 NGN registered?

PE51 NGN is a 2001 BMW R Series, first registered on 3 November 2001.

Is PE51 NGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE51 NGN shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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