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W257 UDG

2000 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

40,859 mi
Last recorded40,859 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2000 BMW F Series22,573 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW257 UDG
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 40,859 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2025 40,726 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 35,820 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2022 34,215 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2021 33,736 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 33,460 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2019 33,460 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 33,303 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Jun 2017 32,818 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 32,656 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 3 Jul 2015 32,416 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 32,054 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 5 Jul 2013 31,544 miles

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

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Pass 3 Jul 2012 31,089 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2012 31,089 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 4 Jul 2011 30,628 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2011 30,628 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2010 29,259 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2009 27,994 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 3 Jul 2008 25,612 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 24,601 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 22,102 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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W257 UDG is a 2000 BMW F Series in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 W257 UDG, 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 W257 UDG registered?

W257 UDG is a 2000 BMW F Series, first registered on 20 April 2000.

Is W257 UDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for W257 UDG shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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