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W128 ABD

2000 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

56,487 mi
Last recorded56,487 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2000 BMW R Series36,642 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW128 ABD
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 56,487 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2025 56,481 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Dec 2024 55,306 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2023 54,417 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 52,821 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2021 49,033 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 47,651 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 45,041 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 40,542 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 38,050 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2016 33,624 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 33,471 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2014 33,471 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 27 Jun 2013 32,465 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 30,978 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 28,341 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 23,720 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 21,682 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2007 17,431 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 9 Nov 2007 17,431 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 17,337 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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W128 ABD is a 2000 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 W128 ABD, 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 W128 ABD registered?

W128 ABD is a 2000 BMW R Series, first registered on 12 August 2000.

Is W128 ABD safe to buy?

The MOT history for W128 ABD shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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