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W224 XCR

2000 BMW F Series

Yellow Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

71,143 mi
Last recorded71,143 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2023
Typical for 2000 BMW F Series22,573 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW224 XCR
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2023 71,143 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2023 71,133 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2022 70,875 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2022 70,874 miles

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2021 69,997 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2019 65,560 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2018 63,129 miles

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

Front Wheel bearing has slight play slightly noisy (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 58,848 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 55,275 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 3 Mar 2015 53,379 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 27 Feb 2015 53,358 miles

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

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

rear mudguard insecure

Pass 27 Feb 2014 50,766 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 13 Feb 2013 45,430 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 41,219 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 Mar 2011 36,042 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 36,027 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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W224 XCR is a 2000 BMW F Series in Yellow with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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

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 W224 XCR, 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.

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What year was W224 XCR registered?

W224 XCR is a 2000 BMW F Series, first registered on 5 June 2000.

Is W224 XCR safe to buy?

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