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RO51 RXY

2001 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

19,457 mi
Last recorded19,457 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW R Series34,490 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 19,457 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 19,275 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 18,516 miles
Fail 20 May 2022 18,475 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 May 2021 18,089 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 17,717 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 17,706 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 17,669 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 17,586 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 17,428 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 17,125 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 17,094 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 16,364 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 15,873 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 14,756 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 9,877 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 RXY is a 2001 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 RXY, 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 RXY?

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What year was RO51 RXY registered?

RO51 RXY is a 2001 BMW R Series, first registered on 21 September 2001.

Is RO51 RXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO51 RXY shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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