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W511 AOT

2000 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

48,311 mi
Last recorded48,311 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2025
Typical for 2000 BMW R Series36,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW511 AOT
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2025 48,311 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2025 48,311 miles

All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2024 48,140 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 47,947 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2022 47,947 miles

Footrest insecure gearchange (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 23 Sep 2021 47,631 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2020 47,470 miles

Nearside Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 Feb 2019 46,587 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2018 44,242 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 43,124 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 41,900 miles

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

Fail 30 Jan 2016 41,900 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2014 38,276 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 36,924 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2012 34,480 miles

Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 34,480 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2010 27,205 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 23,311 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2009 23,222 miles

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

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2008 17,281 miles

front mudgaurd rubbing tyre

Pass 25 Apr 2006 17,108 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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W511 AOT 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 76.2%.

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 W511 AOT, 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

How do I check the history of W511 AOT?

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What year was W511 AOT registered?

W511 AOT is a 2000 BMW R Series, first registered on 18 March 2000.

Is W511 AOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for W511 AOT shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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