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RO51 RUR

2001 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

47,490 mi
Last recorded47,490 miles
Recorded on7 May 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW R Series34,490 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO51 RUR
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2025 47,490 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 45,091 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Jun 2022 40,719 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 38,738 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 36,028 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 31,230 miles

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

Fail 13 Apr 2017 31,230 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2016 28,220 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 24,845 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 21,987 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2013 18,640 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 16,281 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 13,179 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 13,060 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 12,717 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 11,979 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 10,936 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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RO51 RUR is a 2001 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 RO51 RUR, 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 RO51 RUR?

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What year was RO51 RUR registered?

RO51 RUR is a 2001 BMW R Series, first registered on 20 September 2001.

Is RO51 RUR safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO51 RUR shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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