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SY51 OVO

2001 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

67,163 mi
Last recorded67,163 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2021
Typical for 2001 BMW R Series34,490 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY51 OVO
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Fail 3 Dec 2021 67,163 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 61,918 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 6 Sep 2019 57,227 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 13 Sep 2018 52,707 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2018 50,422 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 42,985 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre squared off and low (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2016 40,290 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 34,198 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2014 30,569 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 25,641 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2010 24,639 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 22,702 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 20,762 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2007 19,583 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 16,259 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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SY51 OVO is a 2001 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 SY51 OVO, 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.

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What year was SY51 OVO registered?

SY51 OVO is a 2001 BMW R Series, first registered on 5 September 2001.

Is SY51 OVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY51 OVO shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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