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R12 WLW

2001 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2023
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

6,809 mi
Last recorded6,809 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2022
Typical for 2001 BMW R Series34,490 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR12 WLW
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2022 6,809 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 6,599 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 3 Jun 2020 6,072 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 5,989 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 5,869 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 5,335 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2016 5,326 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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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R12 WLW is a 2001 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R12 WLW, 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

How do I check the history of R12 WLW?

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What year was R12 WLW registered?

R12 WLW is a 2001 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is R12 WLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R12 WLW shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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