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V678 RBK

2000 BMW F Series

Brown Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

29,651 mi
Last recorded29,651 miles
Recorded on12 May 2016
Typical for 2000 BMW F Series22,573 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV678 RBK
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2000
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2016 29,651 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Oct 2014 25,584 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Sep 2013 24,094 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2009 24,094 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 16 Feb 2008 24,079 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 2 Feb 2007 23,584 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2006 23,088 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Pass 15 Feb 2006 23,088 miles

How Reliable is the BMW F Series?

Based on 92,321 MOT tests across 8,598 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
1,110
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
8,598
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 651
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 616
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 570
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 310
Horn not working 299
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V678 RBK is a 2000 BMW F Series in Brown with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2000 BMW F Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 22,573 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW F Series fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 651 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V678 RBK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW F Series typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 26 years old, this BMW F Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V678 RBK registered?

V678 RBK is a 2000 BMW F Series, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is V678 RBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for V678 RBK shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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