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VA51 DOG

2001 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

58,667 mi
Last recorded58,667 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW R Series34,490 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA51 DOG
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 58,667 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2025 58,335 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 58,104 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 53,018 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 40,943 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2018 37,215 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 35,045 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 34,969 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Fail 13 Apr 2011 34,071 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 13 Apr 2011 34,071 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 33,683 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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VA51 DOG is a 2001 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 VA51 DOG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VA51 DOG?

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What year was VA51 DOG registered?

VA51 DOG is a 2001 BMW R Series, first registered on 18 October 2001.

Is VA51 DOG safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA51 DOG shows 11 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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