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SP51 XEV

2001 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

111,082 mi
Last recorded111,082 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW R Series34,490 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP51 XEV
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2026 111,082 miles

rear wheel spokes corroded but not exsessive front forks still strong guess too much oil

Pass 3 Nov 2020 109,956 miles

Front Uneven wear on tyre

Nearside Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Uneven wear on tyre

Pass 3 May 2019 106,384 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 4 May 2018 102,001 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 2 May 2017 96,612 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 95,557 miles

Rear Lower shock bush slight play

Pass 26 Mar 2015 94,600 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2015 94,582 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) insecure (3.2.A1g)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) insecure (3.2.A1g)

Pass 14 Feb 2014 88,504 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 28 Feb 2013 82,705 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 7 Mar 2012 75,711 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 70,532 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 62,635 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 11 Mar 2009 55,441 miles

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

rear brake slightly binding

Pass 12 Feb 2008 49,024 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 13 Jan 2007 42,037 miles

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

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 XEV 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 SP51 XEV, 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 SP51 XEV registered?

SP51 XEV is a 2001 BMW R Series, first registered on 29 September 2001.

Is SP51 XEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP51 XEV 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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