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RO51 RVY

2001 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

88,783 mi
Last recorded88,783 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2019
Typical for 2001 BMW R Series34,490 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO51 RVY
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2019 88,783 miles

Front Floating discs are loose on bobbins (both sides).

Petrol cap rubber seal is starting to deteriorate.

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play Should be replaced immediately. (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 71,554 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 46,960 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 25 Jun 2016 24,417 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2015 23,817 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2014 18,962 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2013 13,404 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 9,204 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 26 Jan 2011 6,938 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 4,865 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 4,826 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 4,601 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2007 4,601 miles

Front Brake lever pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 23 Nov 2006 4,389 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 RVY is a 2001 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 RVY, 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 RO51 RVY registered?

RO51 RVY is a 2001 BMW R Series, first registered on 19 September 2001.

Is RO51 RVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO51 RVY shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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