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W285 SUY

2000 BMW F Series

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

15,631 mi
Last recorded15,631 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2025
Typical for 2000 BMW F Series22,573 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW285 SUY
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2025 15,631 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2024 15,334 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 15,265 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 15,090 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2022 15,078 miles

Front Headlamp insecure front headlight insecure but likely to become detatched (4.1.1 (c))

Pass 11 Jan 2019 14,858 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 14,557 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 Feb 2017 13,909 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2014 13,878 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2014 13,878 miles

Brake component is excessively corroded (3.1.5)

Pass 4 Sep 2012 13,059 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 12,509 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 12,508 miles

Nuumber plate cracked.Both chain tensioners loose.

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

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 12,329 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2009 11,770 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 11,125 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 9,791 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 9,197 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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W285 SUY is a 2000 BMW F Series in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 W285 SUY, 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 W285 SUY registered?

W285 SUY is a 2000 BMW F Series, first registered on 4 August 2000.

Is W285 SUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for W285 SUY shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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