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RO51 RWJ

2001 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

44,334 mi
Last recorded44,334 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW R Series34,490 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO51 RWJ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 44,334 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2023 44,228 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2023 44,228 miles

Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 26 Oct 2022 41,904 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 40,331 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 38,045 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 34,259 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Apr 2018 32,658 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 30,746 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 28,562 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2015 28,043 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 2 May 2015 28,043 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 27 Jan 2014 27,422 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 27,176 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2011 26,896 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2010 23,886 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2009 20,867 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 18 Aug 2009 20,867 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 18,110 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 16,892 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 15,521 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 RWJ is a 2001 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 RO51 RWJ, 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 RWJ registered?

RO51 RWJ is a 2001 BMW R Series, first registered on 10 October 2001.

Is RO51 RWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO51 RWJ shows 21 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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