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V456 EPN

2000 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jan 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

133,243 mi
Last recorded133,243 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2000 BMW R Series36,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV456 EPN
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 133,243 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2025 131,111 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jan 2024 130,560 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2023 129,030 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2021 127,719 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 126,812 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 125,350 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2018 124,508 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 124,124 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 121,972 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 120,816 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 118,814 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 117,278 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 116,707 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 113,343 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 111,436 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2009 10,769 miles

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

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 27 Oct 2007 97,039 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2007 97,039 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake component is slightly distorted (3.1.5)

Pass 7 Oct 2006 92,247 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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V456 EPN is a 2000 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 V456 EPN, 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 V456 EPN registered?

V456 EPN is a 2000 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is V456 EPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for V456 EPN shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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