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VO51 KVT

2001 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2025
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

116,240 mi
Last recorded116,240 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2024
Typical for 2001 BMW R Series34,490 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO51 KVT
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 3 Feb 2024 116,240 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2023 115,706 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2022 114,912 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2020 114,150 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2019 112,971 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2018 112,078 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 110,789 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 108,699 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2015 107,478 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2014 100,497 miles

ft tyre valve perished

Pass 23 Mar 2012 96,765 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 88,632 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2010 80,713 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Feb 2009 73,109 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2008 64,037 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2007 54,780 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2006 44,134 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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VO51 KVT is a 2001 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VO51 KVT, 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

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What year was VO51 KVT registered?

VO51 KVT is a 2001 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 October 2001.

Is VO51 KVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for VO51 KVT shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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