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PF51 WAA

2001 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests24 (22 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

32,159 mi
Last recorded32,159 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW R Series34,490 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF51 WAA
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

22 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 32,159 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2025 31,299 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 30,713 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 30,693 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 30,651 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2021 30,438 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 30,180 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 29,818 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 29,398 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2018 29,395 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2017 28,626 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 28,043 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 26,980 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2015 26,980 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2014 25,955 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2013 25,104 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 24,031 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 22,738 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 21,161 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 19,898 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 18,252 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 17,288 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 16,143 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2005 14,294 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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PF51 WAA is a 2001 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 PF51 WAA, 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 PF51 WAA registered?

PF51 WAA is a 2001 BMW R Series, first registered on 27 September 2001.

Is PF51 WAA safe to buy?

The MOT history for PF51 WAA shows 24 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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