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SP51 WVS

2001 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,468 mi
Last recorded46,468 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW R Series34,490 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP51 WVS
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 10 Sep 2025 46,468 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 43,852 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 40,661 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 37,812 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 33,484 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 31,413 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 26,933 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 25,483 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 23,790 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 21,385 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 20,839 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 19,949 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 19,439 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 18,716 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 18,270 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 17,825 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 16,808 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 16,343 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 15,782 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2005 14,804 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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SP51 WVS is a 2001 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SP51 WVS, 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 SP51 WVS?

You can check the full history of SP51 WVS by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SP51 WVS registered?

SP51 WVS is a 2001 BMW R Series, first registered on 21 September 2001.

Is SP51 WVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP51 WVS shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SP51 WVS have outstanding finance?

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