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W293 TFJ

2000 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

39,592 mi
Last recorded39,592 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2018
Typical for 2000 BMW F Series22,573 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW293 TFJ
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2018 39,592 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement shock absorber top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 38,510 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 38,232 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 38,066 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2014 37,568 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2014 37,568 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 9 Dec 2013 35,333 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2013 35,033 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 22 Aug 2006 35,023 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Fairing so located that it is likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1g)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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W293 TFJ is a 2000 BMW F Series in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 W293 TFJ, 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 W293 TFJ registered?

W293 TFJ is a 2000 BMW F Series, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W293 TFJ safe to buy?

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