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V20 MWS

2000 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

41,081 mi
Last recorded41,081 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 BMW R Series36,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV20 MWS
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 41,081 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 17 Dec 2024 40,726 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2023 40,378 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2022 40,011 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 38,614 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2021 38,608 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated Hydraulic fluid (1.1.13 (b))

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2020 36,561 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 35,716 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 36,444 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 35,395 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2016 34,025 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 33,687 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 28,752 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 28,169 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 25,571 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 24,191 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 23,460 miles
Fail 14 May 2010 23,460 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2009 22,594 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 19,407 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 15,807 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 15,051 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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V20 MWS is a 2000 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2000 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 36,642 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 V20 MWS, 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 26 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 V20 MWS registered?

V20 MWS is a 2000 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is V20 MWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for V20 MWS shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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