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V221 FFB

2000 BMW R Series

Green Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

43,332 mi
Last recorded43,332 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2025
Typical for 2000 BMW R Series36,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV221 FFB
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2025 43,332 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2024 41,564 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2022 33,611 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 27,512 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 20,635 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 19,954 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 19,658 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2015 17,374 miles
Fail 23 May 2014 15,978 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 23 May 2014 15,978 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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V221 FFB is a 2000 BMW R Series in Green with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 V221 FFB, 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

How do I check the history of V221 FFB?

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What year was V221 FFB registered?

V221 FFB is a 2000 BMW R Series, first registered on 25 January 2000.

Is V221 FFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for V221 FFB shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V221 FFB have outstanding finance?

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